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Brake Press Operator

Job details
Posting date: 19 April 2024
Salary: £14.16 to £14.16 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 May 2024
Location: Birtley, Chester Le Street
Remote working: On-site only
Company: A T R Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: AH BRAKE

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Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Press Brake Operator to join an expanding team in Birtley, Tyne and Wear.

The role

* Working with mild steel in the production of excavator buckets and earth moving equipment
* You will be setting up, operating, and maintaining press brake machines to bend and shape metal components according to precise specifications.
* Reading and interoperating written instructions and diagrams and work orders
* Checking sequences and dimensions
* Using the correct tooling and dies on the machines.
* Adjusting the machines as necessary
* Quality monitoring
* Performing routine maintenance
* Working within a team to timescales
* Working a 40-hour week

The person

* Must have proven experience as a Press Brake Operator or similar role in a metal fabrication environment.
* Have a knowledge and proficiency setting up and operating press brake machinery to bend mild steel.
* Have a strong understanding of metal fabrication processes and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
* Have a knowledge of measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
* Be able to work both independently and part of a team.
* Must have physical stamina and the ability to lift and manoeuvre heavy materials as required.

This role will become permanent after a probation period.

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