Press Brake Operators

3 x PRESS BRAKE OPERATORS REQUIRED IN CHESHIRE!!!

Do you have Press Brake experience and are you seeking a new permanent job role within the Cheshire area?! If so get in touch with me today as we are recruiting several Press Brake Operators on a permanent contract.

We are looking for experienced Press Brake Operators to join a long-standing sheet metal manufacturing business in Sandbach (Cheshire), for the first 12 weeks you will be training on day shifts (7.30am - 4.30pm / 7.30am - 12.30pm Monday to Friday - 39 hours per week), but after training you will move onto a rotating 6-2/2-10 shift pattern Monday to Friday (38 hours per week).

Whilst on day shifts you will have the OTE between £29,500 - £30,500 per annum (DOE), but once you move onto shifts your annual salary will range between £33,000 - £37,000 per annum, overtime is regularly available and is paid at T1/3 after 39 hours, and T1/2 after 48 hours, this business also offers a £2,000 new starter incentive bonus which is a staggered payment (£200 after the first month, £800 once you've passed probation and the final £1,000 to be paid after 12 months service).

The hiring manager would prefer candidates who have a vast amount of Press Brake experience, but they will consider people who have limited Press Brake experience, but please be advised that the money on offer will be lower for someone with limited experience compared to someone with a vast amount of experience.

Anyone who has operated an Amada, Trumpf, Edward Pearson or Bystronic Press Brake would be well received.

What You Will Do:

• Set up and operate advanced press machines, including Amada and Edward Pearson models.
• Perform bend and forming operations using standard and custom punches.
• Produce high-quality components for assembly operations while adhering to technical drawings.
• Conduct quality checks on finished products to ensure precision and compliance.
• Collaborate with a skilled team to optimise production processes and meet deadlines.
• Maintain a safe and organised work environment in line with industry standards.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning on the machines to keep them running smoothly.

What You Will Bring:

• Proven experience operating press brake machines in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot and make machine adjustments.
• Confident using hand tools and press brake tooling safely and effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and understand part tolerances.
• Skilled in using precision measuring instruments to check part quality.
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

This company is dedicated to excellence and operates with the highest standards of quality and efficiency. With state-of-the-art CNC equipment, robotic welding systems, and a powder coating facility, the organisation is committed to providing turnkey solutions that exceed customer expectations. Joining as a Press Brake Operator means becoming part of a team that values innovation, precision, and continuous improvement.

Location:

This role is based in Sandbach (Cheshire).

Interested?:

If you're ready to embrace this exciting opportunity and become a valued Press Brake Operator, apply now! Don't miss the chance to advance your career in a thriving and supportive environment.

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