Press Operator/Setter

Harwin; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank/public hols

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension scheme

Life Cover 3x salary

Company bonus scheme

Job summary

Harwin plc in Portsmouth is seeking a practical Press Shop Operator/Setter to join our manufacturing team. You will set up, operate and monitor press shop equipment, perform quality checks, and support efficient, safe production of components while meeting daily targets.

The role requires a hands-on, reliable team player with good mechanical aptitude and basic data entry skills; experience in manufacturing helps, and a commitment to health, safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment (press shop experience desirable but not essential).
• Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to use basic computer systems for data entry and reporting.
• Strong awareness of health, safety, and quality standards.
• Reliable, punctual, and an effective team member.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor press shop equipment.
• Adjust press tooling to maintain component quality; escalate issues to Toolmakers when required.
• Conduct routine checks to ensure high machine utilisation and performance.
• Maintain ERP accuracy by recording production data correctly.
• Maintain organised and controlled line side stock.
• Conduct regular component inspections to ensure Harwin quality standards.
• Accurately measure, record, and document quality results.
• Proactively suggest improvements to tooling, processes, quality, and efficiency.
• Maintain effective working relationships within the department and cross functionally.
• Demonstrate good timekeeping and job planning around order deadlines and reel completion.
• Adhere to all Harwin safety procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Data entry & reporting

Health, safety & quality standards

Reliable, punctual & team member

Job description

About Harwin plc

The Company Harwin plc is a Portsmouth-based, family-owned precision engineering company on an ambitious global growth journey. With a strong international presence and a well-established partner network, the organisation has built a reputation over decades for quality, reliability, and long-term thinking.

As an employer, Harwin offers a distinctive environment shaped by its heritage and forward-looking mindset. The business is currently investing significantly in technology, digital transformation, and ways of working, alongside the development of a new headquarters and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Portsmouth. This is a period of meaningful growth and evolution, with a clear ambition to scale capabilities and strengthen its global impact. At the same time, the values associated with family ownership remain central — fostering a culture that emphasises collaboration, accountability, and sustained success.

For those looking to develop their careers, Harwin provides the opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation while being part of a team that values both innovation and long-term perspective.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a practical, hands on Press Shop Operator/Setter to join our manufacturing team. This role involves setting and operating press equipment, performing quality checks, and supporting the efficient, safe, and high quality production of components. You will work closely with colleagues across production to meet daily targets while contributing to continuous improvement in processes and performance.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The main responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Set up, operate, and monitor press shop equipment
• Adjust press tooling to maintain optimal component quality, escalating issues to Toolmakers when required.
• Conduct routine checks to ensure high machine utilisation and performance.
• Maintain ERP accuracy by recording production data correctly.
• Maintain organised and controlled line side stock.
• Conduct regular component inspections to ensure adherence to Harwin quality standards.
• Accurately measure, record, and document quality results.
• Proactively suggest improvements to tooling, processes, quality, and efficiency.
• Maintain effective working relationships within the department and cross functionally.
• Demonstrate good timekeeping and job planning around order deadlines and reel completion.
• Adhere to all Harwin safety procedures and guidelines.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment (press shop experience desirable but not essential).
• Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to use basic computer systems for data entry and reporting.
• Strong awareness of health, safety, and quality standards.
• Reliable, punctual, and an effective team member.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary and shift allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank/public hols
• Additional 3 days off over the festive period
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company pension scheme
• Life Cover 3x salary
• Company bonus scheme

As an equal opportunities’ employer, Harwin is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Harwin.