Press Brake Operative

Press Brake Operator

Bolton

Salary: £19.22 per hour

Hours: 37 hrs per week. 4 day week – Monday – Thursday (2 shifts either 6.30am – 4.15pm or 7am – 4.45pm)

Overview:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Press Brake operator to work for our client in Bolton, the role will be responsible for the operation of a press brake machine, including material handling, setting machines to pre-determined parameters, pressing components, packing finished parts, and kitting.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Operate press brake machinery to manufacture door components and related assemblies using carbon steel, stainless steel, and other materials as required
Set up and run machines in line with pre-defined parameters and specifications
Work in accordance with strict Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), under supervision when required
Ensure all produced work meets quality standards and passes inspection
Read and interpret engineering drawings to determine pressing requirements
Use overhead crane for material handling safely and effectively
Unpack incoming materials and repack finished components, including kitting
Maintain a clean, organised, and safe press brake work area (5S standards)
Comply with all company Health & Safety policies and safe working practices
Participate in security/background checks if required
Undertake any additional ad hoc duties appropriate to the role
Key Objectives:

Produce pressed components to company quality standards
Minimise quality defects and rework
Reduce Health & Safety incidents and risks
Continuously develop skills, knowledge, and experience
Meet production targets for time, quality, and delivery
Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Skills:

Proven practical experience operating a press brake
Valid overhead crane certification
FLT (Forklift Truck) certification (desirable)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience using route cards, process flow trackers, travellers, or MITP systems
Understanding of 5S / 5SPlus principles
Strong communication skills and ability to absorb technical information
Own transport required
Working hours:

37 hrs per week. 4 day week – Monday – Thursday

2 shifts either 6.30am – 4.15pm or 7am – 4.45pm

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