Press Operative

Owen Daniels
B496Eh, B49 6EH, United Kingdom
Yesterday
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Security Clearance
Required
Posted
9 Jun 2026 (Yesterday)

Benefits

Competitive salary with progression opportunities Opportunity to progress from Grade A to Grade B following probation Excellent job security Pension scheme Training and development opportunities Early finish every Friday
Are you an experienced Press Operator looking for your next opportunity?
Our client, a leading aerospace and industrial engineering manufacturer, is looking to expand their team with a skilled Press Operator at their Alcester facility. Producing precision sheet metal components used in industrial gas turbines for major customers including Rolls-Royce, Siemens, and GE, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong order book and excellent job security.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience operating press machinery within a manufacturing environment and be keen to develop their career within a well-established engineering organisation.
Press OperatorPermanent

Monday – Thursday 7:30am – 4:30pm, Friday 7:30am – 12:30pm
Alcester, Warwickshire
Press Operator Job Description • Operate press machinery to manufacture precision engineered components.
• Work to engineering drawings and production requirements.
• Ensure products are manufactured to the required quality standards.
• Maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
• Support production targets and contribute to continuous improvement activities.
• Follow all company procedures and health & safety regulations.
Press Operator Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications • Previous experience operating press machinery, including fly presses, hydraulic presses, or press brakes.
• Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience operating manufacturing machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Keen interest in engineering and manufacturing.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Press Operator Desirable Experience/Skills/Qualifications • Previous experience operating press machinery within a precision engineering environment.
• Experience manufacturing aerospace, turbine, or highly regulated industry components.
Press Operator Company Benefits • Competitive salary with progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to progress from Grade A to Grade B following probation.
• Excellent job security due to a strong and growing order book.
• Work for a well-established engineering manufacturer supplying major global customers.
• Pension scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Early finish every Friday.
Additional Information • Due to ITAR regulations, all successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check.
• Candidates must provide proof of right to work, proof of address, and safety boots for interview attendance.
• Full job specification will be provided prior to interview.
If you feel you're a good fit for this position, please click 'apply'.

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