https://jobs.co.uk/job/press-break-operator-reed--5487c98d-7cf9-4117-8bb0-f39aca8f194d RSS feed for Press Break Operator at Reed. en-gb Sun, 04 Oct 2026 03:49:49 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/press-break-operator-reed--5487c98d-7cf9-4117-8bb0-f39aca8f194d https://jobs.co.uk/job/press-break-operator-reed--5487c98d-7cf9-4117-8bb0-f39aca8f194d Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:53:06 GMT Location: Leicestershire | Salary: 10000-500000 Annual | Type: Permanent | 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 Mainta... Permanent