Press Setter

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Coventry; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking an experienced Press Setter for their manufacturing operation in Coventry. You will set up, adjust and operate press tooling and machinery across multiple production areas to support daily targets.

The role requires knowledge of tooling, safety, quality standards (ISO 9001), and strong communication. Hours are 40 per week with flexible start times as required by production; salary starts at £31,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Press Setter or similar manufacturing role.
• Knowledge of press tooling setup and machine operation.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive, independent working style; adaptable to production needs.
• Forklift experience or counterbalance licence advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate press tooling and machinery across multiple manufacturing areas.
• Ensure machinery operates efficiently to meet daily production targets and schedules.
• Work closely with the Production Controller to plan and prioritise production tasks.
• Support general operators with day-to-day manufacturing activities.
• Identify and report machinery faults, defects and maintenance requirements.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, quality control and housekeeping.
• Follow established quality procedures and ISO 9001 standards.
• Remain flexible and assist across different production areas when required.

Skills

Press tooling setup

Machine operation

Health and safety

Quality standards ISO 9001

Communication and teamwork

Independent working

Forklift licence

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced Press Setter to join their manufacturing operation in Coventry.

Overview

• Set up, adjust and operate press tooling and machinery across multiple manufacturing areas.
• Ensure machinery operates efficiently to meet daily production targets and schedules.
• Work closely with the Production Controller to plan and prioritise production tasks.
• Support general operators with day-to-day manufacturing activities.
• Identify and report machinery faults, defects and maintenance requirements.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, quality control and housekeeping.
• Follow established quality procedures and ISO 9001 standards.
• Remain flexible and assist across different production areas when required.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Press Setter or in a similar manufacturing role.
• Knowledge of press tooling setup and machine operation.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with quality standards and ISO 9001 procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and adapt to changing production requirements.
• Forklift experience or a valid counterbalance licence would be advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary starting from £31,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Further salary progression depending on power press training, forklift licence and relevant skills.
• 40-hour working week.
• Normal hours: 08:00-17:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:30-15:00 Friday.
• The factory operates between 06:00 and 19:00, so start and finish times may vary within these hours to meet production and operational requirements.
• Any changes to the normal working pattern will be communicated with reasonable notice wherever practicable.