Press Setter

Jonathan Lee Group; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance 10%

Bonus scheme

Long-term career opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Jonathan Lee Group is seeking a Fabrication Operator to join a well-established manufacturing business. The role focuses on operating Power Press machinery, Saw and Boschert equipment, and manufacturing components to engineering drawings with Windchill assistance.

You will read technical drawings, perform dimensional and visual inspections, and maintain equipment and safety standards while contributing to ongoing improvement and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Power Press operating experience required.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Ability to perform dimensional and visual inspections.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate Power Press machinery safely and efficiently.
• Operate Saw and Boschert machinery.
• Manufacture components to engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Read and interpret technical drawings using Windchill.
• Carry out dimensional and visual quality inspections.
• Complete basic machine maintenance.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality and housekeeping.
• Support continuous improvement within the fabrication department.

Skills

Power Press experience

Fabrication experience

Reading engineering drawings

Dimensional inspection

Attention to quality

Teamwork

Tools

Windchill

Boschert

Saw

Job description

Fabrication Operator
£28,503.89 + 10% Shift Allowance + Bonus
Double Days | 37.5 Hours Per Week

We’re recruiting an experienced Fabrication Operator to join a well-established manufacturing business. This is a great opportunity for someone with Power Press experience looking for a stable, long-term role offering excellent earning potential, training and career development.

The Role:

• Set and operate Power Press machinery safely and efficiently
• Operate Saw and Boschert machinery
• Manufacture components to engineering drawings and work instructions
• Read and interpret technical drawings using Windchill
• Carry out dimensional and visual quality inspections
• Complete basic machine maintenance
• Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality and housekeeping
• Support continuous improvement within the fabrication department

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous Power Press operating experience is essential
• Experience within fabrication, sheet metal or manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience carrying out dimensional and visual inspections
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable:

• Power Press certification or relevant machine qualifications
• Boschert or Saw operating experienceForklift licence
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

Experience as a Sheet Metal Worker, Press Setter, Power Press Setter, Fabricator or Steel Fabricator would be advantageous.

What’s On Offer:

• £28,503.89 basic salary
• 10% shift allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Double-days shift pattern
• 37.5-hour working week
• Ongoing training and development
• Long-term career opportunities