Machinist / Press Brake Operator

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Salary: Up to £18.00 per hour, dependent on experience
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm, Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm
Job Type: Permanent, Days

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Operator to join a well-established and growing engineering and machinery manufacturing business based in Doncaster.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Press Brake Operator, CNC Press Brake Operator or Machine Operator with a background in metalwork, fabrication or sheet metal manufacturing.

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting, operating and programming machinery to produce components accurately to specification. You will work with a range of manufacturing equipment including press brakes, saws and laser machinery, ensuring finished components meet the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate press brake machinery
• Take accurate measurements and mark materials ready for cutting, forming and shaping
• Plan the correct sequence of operations required to complete each job
• Select the appropriate machinery, tooling and processes
• Load and position materials correctly
• Set and programme batch sizes and machine speeds
• Monitor machinery throughout the manufacturing process and make adjustments when required
• Inspect finished components against specifications and identify any defects
• Use precision measuring equipment to ensure components are produced accurately
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics and technical documentation
• Work safely and in accordance with company procedures
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, quality and housekeeping

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience operating Press Brake machinery
• Experience setting and/or programming Press Brake machinery would be highly advantageous
• Experience operating manual, semi-automatic or automated manufacturing machinery
• Background within sheet metal, fabrication, engineering or manufacturing
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics and technical manuals
• Confident using precision measuring equipment
• Good understanding of metals and material properties
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong manual dexterity
• Good mathematical and analytical skills
• Understanding of workshop health and safety procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team