Press brake setter/ operator

Groomfield recruitment are seeking a skilled Press Brake setter/operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining the press brake machine to bend, shape, and fabricate sheet metal components. Working hours- Monday - Thursday 7AM-4PM Friday 7AM-12PM Salary- £13.50-£14.50 Duties: - Set up and operate the press brake machine to bend sheet metal according to specifications - Read and interpret blueprints to determine the correct bends and angles - Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet quality standards - Perform basic maintenance on the press brake machine - Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient production flow Requirements - Prior experience as a Press Brake Operator or similar role - Proficiency in working with sheet metal and mechanical knowledge - Ability to use hand tools, grind, assemble, weld, and fabricate metal components - Familiarity with tooling setups for different bending operations - Strong mathematical skills for basic calculations related to measurements and angles Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm Contract length: 12 weeks Pay: £13.50-£14.50 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week