Press Break Operator

Press Brake Setter/Operator

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Setter/Operator to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Leicester.

This is a permanent position offering stable long-term employment, regular daytime hours, and the opportunity to work within a busy sheet metal manufacturing environment producing a variety of components for a consistent customer base.

The company undertakes very little batch production, meaning the role offers a varied workload with regular tooling and set-up changes, manufacturing a range of parts primarily from mild steel sheet.

The Role

As a Press Brake Setter/Operator, you will be responsible for setting and operating an Amada 100-tonne press brake with electronic controls, ensuring components are produced accurately and efficiently to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting and operating an Amada 100-tonne press brake
• Working from engineering drawings and production requirements
• Carrying out tooling changes and machine set-ups
• Producing a variety of sheet metal components
• Handling and loading materials, primarily mild steel sheet
• Conducting quality checks to ensure components meet specification
• Maintaining a safe and organised working area

Requirements

• Previous experience setting and operating press brakes
• Experience using Amada press brakes would be advantageous
• Good understanding of press brake tooling and set-up procedures
• Ability to work accurately from engineering drawings
• Experience working with sheet metal, particularly mild steel
• Reliable and self-motivated approach to work

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm
• Friday: 7:30am - 3:00pm
• 30-minute lunch break each day

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly rate depends on experience
• Permanent position
• Overtime available following successful completion of the 3-month probationary period
• Stable workload and long-term opportunity

If you have experience setting and operating press brakes and are looking for a secure permanent role with a varied workload, we'd like to hear from you.