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 ..... full job details .....