Cnc Press Brake Operator in Ilkeston, Derbyshire

CNC Press Brake Operator – Bystronic / TRUMPF

Location: Ilkeston, Derbyshire
Salary: £32,500–£36,000 per annum
Shift: 4 On / 4 Off – 6:00am–6:00pm
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

WLD Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced CNC Press Brake Operator to join a well-established and growing precision sheet metal manufacturing business based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

Our client has invested heavily in new machinery and manufacturing technology, offering an excellent opportunity to join a modern, forward-thinking engineering environment with a strong focus on quality, employee development and continuous improvement.

Working a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern, you'll be responsible for setting and operating Bystronic and TRUMPF CNC press brake machines, producing high-quality sheet metal components to engineering specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting and operating Bystronic and TRUMPF CNC press brake machines.

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.

• Selecting appropriate tooling and carrying out machine setups.

• Producing precision sheet metal components to required tolerances.

• Performing first-off and in-process quality inspections.

• Making adjustments to bending programmes and machine settings where required.

• Working with a variety of sheet metal materials and component designs.

• Maintaining high standards of quality, productivity and health & safety.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience setting and operating CNC press brake machines.

• Experience with Bystronic or TRUMPF machinery would be advantageous.

• Good understanding of sheet metal bending processes and tooling.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

• Confident working independently and checking the quality of finished components.

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Salary & Benefits

• £32,500–£36,000 basic salary, depending on experience.

• 4 days on / 4 days off shift pattern.

• 6:00am–6:00pm working hours.

• Two paid 20-minute breaks per shift.

• Permanent position with an established precision manufacturing business.

• Modern manufacturing facility with significant investment in machinery.

• Opportunities for further training and development.

• Opportunity to develop skills across additional manufacturing processes.

Apply

If you're an experienced CNC Press Brake Operator looking for a permanent position within a growing engineering business, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Dan at WLD Recruitment for a confidential discussion.