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CNC PRESS BRAKE SETTER PERMANENT OPPORTUNITY PAY: £14.00 - £16.00 per hour + £21 nightshift allowance HOURS: Nights (Sun – Thurs 22:00 – 06:00) Our client is hiring for experienced CNC Press Brake Setters to join their nightshift fabrication team. This is a hands‑on role for skilled setters who can confidently operate CNC press brakes, interpret engineering drawings and produce high‑quality folded components to tight tolerances.
Key Responsibilities * Set and operate CNC press brakes * Read engineering drawings and technical specifications * Select correct tooling and machine settings * Produce accurate folded components to tight tolerances * Complete first‑off and in‑process quality checks * Use measuring equipment including verniers, rulers and angle gauges * Adjust machine settings to maintain accuracy * Work to production schedules and meet output targets Skills & Experience Essential * Previous experience as a Press Brake Setter/Operator * Confident setting and operating CNC press brakes * Ability to bend a range of materials and thicknesses * Strong ability to read engineering drawings * Experience selecting tooling and adjusting machine settings * Able to work accurately to tight tolerances * Good understanding of fabrication processes * Excellent attention to detail * Reliable, positive attitude, strong work ethic * Able to work independently and as part of a team Desirable * Experience with Amada, Bystronic, Trumpf or similar machinery * Counterbalance forklift licence * Crane/lifting equipment experience * Fabrication or sheet metal background What We’re Looking For * Skilled, experienced press brake setters * Quality‑focused with strong attention to detail * Comfortable in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment * Self‑motivated, dependable and flexible If you are an experienced Press Brake Setter looking for a stable nightshift role within a respected engineering business, apply today.
Call or submit your CV now and one of our consultants will be in touch quickly to discuss the opportunity Salary description £14.00 - £16.00 per hour Hours: Fulltime Employment type: Permanent Skills No minimum education is required What we offer Salary: £14.00 to £16.00 Contract: permanent