Press Brake Operator

Immediate start, night and afternoon shifts available, 4-day working week, up to £17.28 per hour, overtime paid at x1.5, and 33 days holiday. Temp-to-perm opportunity with genuine long-term prospects.

Due to an increase in orders and continued company growth, we are looking to recruit several Press Brake Operators on a temp-to-perm basis. Both night and afternoon shift opportunities are available, with permanent positions available for the right candidates following a successful temporary period.

An international engineering manufacturer, supplying blue-chip organisations worldwide, is continuing to grow and is seeking skilled Operators to join their team. You will be working in a clean, well-organised and modern manufacturing environment where your contribution is genuinely valued.

Press Brake Operator duties:

• Set and operate CNC Press Brake machines
• Bend and form sheet metal components accurately to engineering drawings
• Carry out basic quality checks using appropriate measuring equipment
• Ensure work is completed to production targets and required quality standards
• Inspect finished components and identify any issues with dimensions or quality
• Maintain cleanliness and care of your work area and machinery

What’s on offer for the Press Brake Operator:

• Night shift: £17.28 per hour – 8pm-6am Monday to Wednesday, 8:30pm-6am Thursday
• Afternoon shift: £16.59 per hour – 2pm-10pm Monday to Friday
• Overtime paid at premium rates (x1.5)
• 33 days holiday
• Permanent positions available following a successful temporary period

Press Brake Operator requirements:

• Previous experience operating Press Brake machinery
• Ability to read and work confidently from engineering drawings
• Experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Competent using measuring equipment such as verniers and tape measures
• Reliable and quality-focused approach with good attention to detail
• Programming experience is not essential, although it would be a distinct advantage

The role is based in Idle, Bradford.

If you have previous Press Brake experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity with an immediate start, I would like to hear from you ASAP. Please contact Conor Wood at E3 Recruitment.