Press Brake Setter Operator

InstaStaff are currently recruiting for a Press Brake Setter Operator to join a manufacturing company based in Aston.

This role will be on a 6 -8 tempoary basis

The duties of the Press Brake Setter Operator will be:

• Setting up and operating press brake machinery
• Interpreting blueprints and engineering plans
• Selecting, positioning, and aligning dies
• Conducting pre-operation inspections
• Running the machine to bend metal sheets and laser blanks as per the job requirement.
• Monitoring the machine to ensure it functions correctly and that there are no errors during the operation.
• Inspecting the finished pieces to ensure they meet the required dimensions and tolerances.
• Reporting any quality issues to the relevant Management.
• Conducting regular inspections to ensure machinery operates smoothly.
• Identifying and resolving any machine problems to reduce downtime.
• Calculating bend allowances.
• Adjusting machine settings for material thickness and bend angles.
• Operating CNC (Computer Numerical Control) press brakes and software, where applicable.

The ideal Press Brake Setter Operator will have:

• At least 3 years’ experience in Press Break Operating plus general engineering work

• Familiar with CAD/CAM software
• Ability to handle physical workload

• Some knowledge of programming reading and an understanding of drawings & models
• The ability to operate multiple machines simultaneously
• Organised, focused and with an attention to detail

The hours of work for the Press Brake Operative will be Monday – Thursday 7.30am – 4.30pm and Friday 7.30am – 1.30pm

Salary for the Press Brake Operative is up to £15.00 per hour