Press Brake / Laser Setter
| Posting date: | 27 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £31,740 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 July 2025 |
| Location: | DY11 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Workforce Recruitment and Training |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Press Kiddy-65507 |
Summary
Job Title: Press Brake / Laser Setter
Location: Kidderminster, Worcestershire
Salary: £15.26 per hour
Hours: 38.75 per week (Day shifts, Mon-Fri)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
The Opportunity
A long-established and highly respected manufacturer is seeking an experienced Press Brake / Laser Setter to join their skilled production team. Operating from a modern, well-equipped facility in Kidderminster, this is a fantastic opportunity to work with advanced CNC fabrication technology in a permanent, full-time role.
Equipment You'll Be Using
You will operate a range of industry-leading CNC machinery, including:
* LVD Easy-Form 135t, 3m, 10-axis CNC press brakes with angle correction and CADMAN Touch
* Long-stroke HFE-170 press brake for deep and precision bending
* EML 2515 AJ Fibre Laser-Punch Combination machine for high-speed cutting and punching
* Additional press brakes, laser cutters, and punch presses from top manufacturers such as Trumpf and Darley
* In-house facilities also include MIG/TIG welding, powder coating ovens, and automated tooling systems
Key Responsibilities
* Set, operate, and program CNC press brakes and fibre laser/punch combo machines
* Read and interpret technical and engineering drawings
* Perform offline programming and make adjustments using CAM software (e.g., Blank CAM, Bend CAM, CADMAN-B)
* Carry out in-process quality checks using precision measuring tools
* Support tooling maintenance and meet production and quality targets
* Ensure full compliance with health and safety procedures
What We're Looking For
* 2-5 years' experience setting and operating CNC press brakes and lasers in a fabrication environment
* Strong understanding of technical drawings and tolerances
* Experience using CAM systems such as Blank CAM, Bend CAM, or equivalent
* Reliable, detail-oriented, and works well within a team environment
Why Apply?
* Work with cutting-edge machinery in a modern, well-maintained facility
* Long-term job security with a company that invests in its people and equipment
* Opportunities for development, progression, and further training
* Be part of a professional, quality-driven team in a stable and respected organisation
Apply now to take the next step in your CNC career, or refer someone who would be a great fit.
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