Press Brake Operator

Press Brake Operator

Company Overview: The Airedale Group are the market leading design, installation, and maintenance provider for commercial kitchens in the UK hospitality and food service industry. We work alongside clients from the initial designs through to bespoke fabrication and installation. Coupled with the largest body of professional maintenance engineers in the country, we offer the complete end-to-end solution to our extensive client base. We have long-standing relationships with many of the biggest multi-site brands in the UK.

Job Overview: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Press Brake Operator to join our team at our Caterform factory / part of The Airedale Group. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating press brake machines to bend and form metal sheets into precise shapes according to technical specifications. The Press Brake Operator will ensure that all work is completed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency while maintaining machinery and tools in top condition.

Details: £14.58 per hour, Monday to Friday, 7:45am to 16:30pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain CNC press brake machines to bend metal sheets into specified shapes and dimensions.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and job orders to determine the appropriate settings for each task.
• Set up press brake machines, including selecting and installing dies, adjusting machine settings.
• Inspect finished parts for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Conduct regular maintenance and troubleshooting on press brake equipment to ensure machine functionality, reporting any issues to the maintenance team for repair.
• Adhere to safety standards and regulations while operating machinery, using PPE, and working in a clean, organised workspace.
• Work closely with team members to ensure production goals are met.

Experience Required:

• Proven experience working on CNC AMADA Press Brake Machines within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders.
• Strong knowledge of press brake machines, tools, and dies.
• Ability to lift and move heavy metal sheets and materials. Comfortable standing for extended periods, bending, and performing repetitive tasks.
• Knowledge of workplace safety protocols and commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.

The Airedale Group is expanding rapidly, employing circa 700 people across multiple locations in the UK. This is a fantastic time to be joining the business with opportunities for career progression.