Press Machine Technician

Major Bradford Industrial; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Huddersfield is seeking a skilled Press Machine Technician. You will set up and maintain machinery, ensure product quality, and train team members. The ideal candidate has experience with press and rolling machines. This position offers a salary of approximately £32K-£33K PA, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive benefits

Dynamic workplace with advanced machinery

Qualifications

• Experience with press machinery, including power presses and rolling machines.
• Strong commitment to quality and safety standards.
• Ability to adapt to shift work and flexible patterns.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change over press machines to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitor and address issues with presses and related equipment.
• Train team members on equipment adjustments and best practices.

Skills

Technical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving mindset

Communication skills

Tools

Power presses

Rolling machines

Cap lining machines

Gang slitting machines

Job description

Overview

Location: Huddersfield

Hours: Rotating Shifts (6 AM - 2 PM / 2 PM - 10 PM)

Salary: IRO £32K-£33K PA + benefits

Major Recruitment's Technical Division is proud to collaborate with a leading manufacturing company in Huddersfield. We are seeking a skilled Press Machine Technician to join their team and contribute to the smooth operation of production machinery in a fast-paced environment.

If you have experience working with press machinery and a keen eye for quality and safety, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Efficiently set up and change over press machines to ensure optimal performance.
• Adjust machine parameters to meet production standards and maintain product quality.
• Proactively monitor and address issues with presses, rolling machines, slitters, and related equipment.
• Identify tooling problems and collaborate with the team to resolve them.
• Assist in planning and executing production line changeovers to meet targets.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes and productivity.
• Train team members, including Senior Operators, in equipment adjustments and best practices.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.

What We're Looking For

Experience with or similar:

• Power presses (16-32 tons)
• Rolling and threading machines
• Cap lining machines
• Gang slitting machines

Key Attributes

• Strong technical skills and attention to detail.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to quality and safety standards.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to adapt to shift work and flexible patterns when needed.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Growth: Opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment.
• Dynamic Workplace: Work with advanced machinery and a collaborative team.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a salary of £32,436 and other perks.

How to Apply

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