Press Brake Operator

Aspion Search is working with a well-established, world-leading manufacturer in Oldham to hire a skilled Press Brake Operator. This is a great opportunity for a Press Brake Operator as it is a permanent role offering development, stability and a supportive, team-focused culture.

The Business:

• Global reach with a strong local presence
• Long-established and financially secure
• Modern, well-equipped facilities
• Innovative, forward-thinking environment

The Role of the Press Brake Operator:

• Read and interpret shop orders and engineering drawings to complete jobs accurately
• Set up and operate press brakes to bend, form, shape or straighten plate and sheet metal
• Verify dimensions using precision tools (calipers, protractors, gauges) to meet spec
• Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance before/after shifts
• Adjust settings (speed, feed, backgauge/path) for safe, consistent, high-quality output
• Test and fine-tune machine operation using gauges and hand tools per product spec
• Inspect finished/assembled parts for conformance to quality standards
• Process and update shop orders within the ERP system
• Follow all H&S procedures and wear required PPE
• Report equipment issues or quality concerns promptly to supervisors

Requirements of the Press Brake Operator

• At least 2 year’s Press Brake operating experience
• Ideally able to use guillotine, bandsaw and laser cutting equipment
• FLT (Forklift Truck) licence
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits of the Press Brake Operator:

• Permanent contract with long-term security
• 28 days’ holiday including bank holidays
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Sick pay after 1 year’s service
• Contributory pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Death-in-service benefit
• Cash health benefit scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Genuine scope to grow within a stable, supportive global business

If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you!

Find out more about our available opportunities or how I can help you further your career – contact me today.

Please get in touch with Adele Lewis or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.

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