Press Brake Operator

Electronics Manufacturing | Long‑term Opportunity

We are currently recruiting Press Brake Operators to join a busy, modern manufacturing facility supplying components to the electronics industry. This is a long‑term opportunity offering consistent, repeat work, with the potential to progress from temporary to permanent employment.

Previous CNC Press Brake / CNC folding experience is preferred, but full training can be provided for candidates with the right attitude and coming from a Sheetmetal background.

Key Responsibilities

Operating CNC Press Brake machinery (training provided where required) Working with sheet metal ranging from 0.7mm to 3mm thickness Producing high‑quality, repeat parts with excellent accuracy Interpreting basic engineering drawings Working collaboratively as part of a production team

Candidate Requirements

Essential

Reliable, punctual, and keen to learn Strong team player Good attention to detail

Desirable

Previous CNC folding / CNC Press Brake experience Fabrication or sheet‑metal background Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment

Working Environment

Modern facility with new machinery Stable workload with a high volume of repeat work Products manufactured exclusively for the electronics industry

Pay Rates & Working Hours

Pay Rates (PAYE)

£15.00 - £16.00 per hour Plus holiday pay: £1.81 - £1.93 per hour Holiday pay can be accrued or taken in advance Rates negotiable depending on experience

Day Shift

Monday to Thursday 07:00 - 17:30 40 hours per week 30‑minute unpaid lunch break

Night Shift

Monday to Thursday 18:30 - 06:30 40 hours per week Paid at x1.33 hourly rate (night shift premium)

Overtime

Fridays available First 8 hours paid at x1.5 Over 8 hours paid at x2