Pressbrake Operator

Keystone Group; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Pension

Life Assurance

Healthcare Cashback Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Discount Scheme

Employee Recognition awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Keystone Group, a leading UK and Ireland family-owned construction product manufacturer, is seeking a Press Brake Operator for its IG Masonry Support Systems team in Swadlincote. You will set up and operate press brake machines, ensuring precise bends and conformance to drawings while maintaining a strong focus on quality and safety.

Join a values-driven environment with opportunities for development. The role emphasizes safe material handling, accurate inspection, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Understanding of sheet metal types, bend allowances, and material behavior.
• Competent with measuring and inspection tools.
• Basic maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift and move heavy materials safely.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake machines according to specifications and work instructions.
• Install and align tooling, punches, and dies correctly.
• Perform first-off checks and quality verifications against drawings.
• Read drawings and interpret bend deductions and tolerances.
• Maintain safe operation and comply with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Press brake setup and operation

Reading drawings and tolerances

Quality inspection and measurement

Teamwork and communication

Tools

Vernier calipers

Protractors

Gauges

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a skilled Press Brake Operator to join the IG Masonry Support Systems team, you will be responsible for setting up and operating press brake machinery to accurately bend and form sheet metal components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications. The role requires a strong focus on quality, precision, and productivity, while ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with manufacturing procedures and health and safety standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Set up and operate the press brake machines according to technical specifications and sop & work instructions.
• Install and align tooling, punches, and dies correctly.
• Perform test runs/first off for setup accuracy & quality checks.
• Operate the press brake to bend, form, and shape the parts to precise drawing tolerances.
• Measure finished parts using Vernier callipers, protractors, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Safely operate a forklift truck to transport parts within the production area.
• Conduct pre-use checks on the press brake
• Adhere to all safety instructions/health and safety regulations.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• Understanding of sheet metal types, bend allowances, and material behavior.
• Competent with measuring and inspection tools.
• Basic maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem-solve and make decisions.
• Ability to lift and move heavy materials safely.
• Understanding of quality control and safety procedures.

What We’re Looking For

• Proficient & strong knowledge in the set-up/operating a press brake machine.
• Attention to detail in both machine operation and material handling.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret bend deductions, tolerances, and material specs.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A supportive, values-driven and inclusive working environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 33 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Healthcare Cashback Plan
• Enhanced Family Friendly policies
• Additional employee benefits including, access to our Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Discount Scheme, Employee Recognition awards, Employee Assistance Programme.

A Bit About Us

For more than three decades, the Keystone Group has grown to become one of the UK and Ireland’s largest family-owned construction product manufacturers. Driven by a relentless focus on innovation and customer excellence, the Group employs over 2,000 employees across 28 sites, supplying cutting-edge building solutions to growing markets in the UK & Ireland, Europe, Australia and North America. Its portfolio includes market-leading brands in the steel, light & environmental and timber sectors.

IG Masonry Support Systems is part of the Keystone Group and has combined experience with innovation to design and manufacture the most practical and advanced range of stainless steel masonry support products and revolutionary brick slip soffit systems. IG Masonry Support goes above and beyond to provide the highest quality, accredited products in the construction industry.