Press Brake Setter Operator
12 days ago
Nottingham
We are recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Setter to join our clients growing manufacturing team. This is a hands-on role for someone who can confidently set and operate CNC press brakes, interpret engineering drawings and produce high-quality folded components to tight tolerances. Working within a busy fabrication environment, you will be responsible for setting machines, bending a variety of materials and ensuring all work meets the required quality standards. Key Responsibilities • Set and operate CNC press brake machines safely and efficiently., • Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications., • Select the correct tooling and machine settings for each job., • Produce high-quality folded and bent components to specification., • Carry out first-off inspections and regular quality checks during production., • Measure components using engineering measuring equipment including verniers, rulers and angle gauges., • Adjust machine settings where required to maintain quality and accuracy., • Work to production schedules and achieve agreed output targets., • Identify quality issues and report any machine faults or production concerns., • Ensure work areas remain clean, organised and safe., • Follow all company health & safety procedures., • Support colleagues and assist with other fabrication duties where required. Skills & Experience Essential • Previous experience as a Press Brake Setter / Operator., • Experience setting and operating CNC press brakes., • Confident carrying out bending operations on a range of materials and thicknesses., • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings., • Experience selecting tooling and programming or adjusting machine settings., • Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances., • Good understanding of fabrication processes., • Excellent attention to detail., • Reliable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable • Experience with Amada, Bystronic, Trumpf or similar press brake machinery., • Counterbalance Forklift Licence., • Crane or lifting equipment experience., • Fabrication or sheet metal background