Punch Press / Press Brake Setter Operator

CNC Punch Press & Press Brake Operator
£19 – £21 per hour | Biggleswade, Bedfordshire (SG18) | Permanent

A well-established sheet metal manufacturer based in Biggleswade is looking for a skilled CNC Punch Press and Press Brake Operator to join the production team on a permanent basis. The business supplies bespoke steel fabrications to government, defence and commercial clients, and has a strong track record of long-term employment.

Pay is £19 to £21 per hour depending on experience, with overtime available on top.

The role

You will be setting up, programming and operating a CNC Punch Machine as well as setting and running CNC Press Brakes to produce sheet metal components to customer specifications. Day-to-day you will be reading engineering drawings, selecting and changing tooling, carrying out first-off and in-process quality checks, and keeping your machine and work area in good order.

What you need

Proven hands-on experience operating a CNC Punch Machine is essential, and Trumpf experience is preferred. Candidates coming from an Amada or Bystronic background are also welcome to apply and will be sent on a full Trumpf training course. CNC Press Brake setting and operating experience is required alongside this, and you will need to read engineering drawings confidently with a solid understanding of sheet metal fabrication and quality control.

Nice to have

Experience with Trumpf programming software, a forklift licence, or a background in fast-paced manufacturing would all be advantages.

What's on offer

• £19 to £21 per hour
• Overtime available
• Trumpf training course provided where needed
• Company pension
• Training and development
• Stable, long-term employment
• Friendly team environment