Job Description

Smart Manufacturing Solutions are recruiting for a Press Brake Operator to join our client's precision steel manufacturing team based in Stockton-on-Tees.

You'll be responsible for the production of high-quality steel components using CNC press brake machines and related fabrication equipment. Working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you'll follow engineering drawings, ensure dimensional accuracy, and uphold strong safety and quality standards.

While prior experience is an advantage, we're also open to training motivated candidates with a good mechanical aptitude who are eager to learn and build a career in metal fabrication and CNC machinery operation.

Responsibilities:

Operating press brake machines. Steel fettling and hole tolerance work. Following part set up sheets. Using hand tools such as pin grinders/ angle grinders. Completion of daily operation, TPM (total preventative/ production maintenance) and pre-operation check sheets. Documentation completion. Manual handling tasks. Following engineering drawings. Weld repairs. Inspect quality of parts to maintain high standards. Inspect all equipment to ensure it's in a safe working condition. Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments to produce a better result.

Shifts

Dayshift - Monday to Thursday 6am-14:15pm, Friday 6am-12:45pm Backshift (if required) - Monday to Thursday 2:15pm-22:30pm, Friday 12:45pm-19:30pm Nightshift ( if required) - Sunday 21:30pm - 6am Monday to Thursday 22:30pm - 6:20am

Essential skills and experience:

Must have at least 1 year's experience of operating CNC press brakes. Previous experience using 300 - 400 tonne press machines would be beneficial but not essential. Previous experience using bend templates and an understanding of bend radius' would be beneficial but not essential. Ability to accurately fold according to engineering drawings. Able to work to deadlines Pro-active approach to work Keen to be part of a team Excellent attention to detail Willing to learn and develop within the company
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 12.37-13.51 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking
Experience:

Press Brake Operator: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person