Press Brake Operator
MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED · Manchester, North West
Press Brake Operator at MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED, based in Manchester, North West, paying £15.31 - £18.75 per hour. This is a temp to perm role.
- Salary
- £15.31 - £18.75 per hour
- Location
- Manchester, North West
- Contract
- Temp to perm
- Posted
- 18 hours ago
- Closes
- 19 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Machine Operator
About 12% above the going rate for machine operator
Reference https://peoplesolutions.co.uk/job/press-brake-operator/
About the role
CNC Press Brake Operator – Trafford Park, Manchester
People Solutions are currently recruiting for CNC Press Brake Operators to join our well-established client based in Trafford Park, Manchester.
This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, a choice of day or late shifts, weekends off, weekly pay and temporary-to-permanent opportunities for experienced CNC Press Brake Operators.
£15.31–£18.75 Per Hour | Day or Late Shifts | Weekends Off | Weekly Pay | Immediate Starts | Temp-to-Perm Opportunities
This position is ideal for applicants who have previously worked as a CNC Press Brake Operator, Press Brake Setter, CNC Brake Press Operator or Sheet Metal Fabricator with press brake experience.
Shifts
Day Shift:
• Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm
• Friday: 7:00am – 12:00pm
• Early finish every Friday
Late Shift:
• Monday to Wednesday: 4:00pm – 2:30am
• Thursday: 4:00pm – 1:30pm (please confirm shift time)
• Weekends off
• Additional hours and overtime may be required depending on business needs
Rates of Pay
• Day shift: £15.31 per hour
• Late shift: £18.75 per hour
• Rates dependent on experience
• Weekly pay
Benefits
As a CNC Press Brake Operator, you will receive:
• Weekly pay
• Holiday pay
• Weekends off
• On-site break room
• Immediate starts available
• Temporary-to-permanent opportunities
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress
Day-to-Day Duties
As a CNC Press Brake Operator, your duties will include:
• Operating CNC Press Brake machinery to manufacture tools, equipment and metal components
• Preparing, setting up and adjusting press brake machinery in line with production requirements
• Setting, loading and operating press brake equipment
• Reading and interpreting engineering and technical drawings
• Measuring and aligning materials accurately before production
• Working with light to medium-gauge stainless steel and mild steel
• Checking finished components against required specifications
• Carrying out quality control checks on your own work and supporting quality standards across the team
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised working environment
Essential Skills
To be successful as a CNC Press Brake Operator, you will need:
• Previous experience operating CNC Press Brake machinery
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings
• Experience working with stainless steel and mild steel
• Ability to set up and adjust press brake machinery
• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Motivated and reliable approach to working in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work additional hours and overtime when required
Desirable Experience
• Previous experience working within a warehouse, factory or manufacturing environment
Training Provided
• Site-specific training
• Ongoing support throughout your assignment
Apply
If you are an experienced CNC Press Brake Operator in Trafford Park, Manchester, looking for excellent rates of pay, a choice of shifts and the opportunity to secure permanent employment, apply today.
Click Apply Now to submit your application, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch with suitable candidates.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.
Reference: https://peoplesolutions.co.uk/job/press-brake-operator/ · Posted 18 hours ago · Closes 19 Nov 2026 · Listed via MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED
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