Break Press Setter

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group • Permanent • Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • £14 - £16 / hour • 3d ago

Break Press Setter

Hours

Manufacturing environment
Shift work and overtime may be required depending on production demands

The role of Break Press Setter:

Setting up and adjusting brake press machines for production runs
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications and work instructions
Selecting and installing appropriate tooling, dies and machine settings
Programming and operating CNC brake press equipment where required
Performing first-off inspections and quality checks to ensure parts meet specifications
Monitoring production runs and making adjustments to maintain quality standards
Measuring and inspecting finished components using gauges, calipers, micrometers and other measuring equipment
Troubleshooting machine and tooling issues to minimise downtime
Completing production documentation and quality records accurately
Assisting with continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste

The ideal Break Press Setter:

Previous experience as a Brake Press Setter, Press Brake Operator or similar manufacturing role
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
Experience setting and operating CNC brake press machines
Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to use precision measuring instruments
Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable: Experience with Amada, Bystronic, Trumpf or similar brake press equipment; forklift or overhead crane certification; engineering or manufacturing qualification; knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.