Hello,
My client is engaged in the design, development, manufacture and test of niche products for the aerospace and defence industries. They are currently in need of a Press Brake Setter/Operator to join their team in Southend-on-Sea
ROLE: To produce small/large batches of fine limit detailed sheet metal components using CNC and Manual Press Brakes.
DUTIES:

• To manufacture precision detailed sheet metal components including the set up and use of Amada HFE, EG4010 and HFB CNC Press Brakes,
  
• To use precision equipment such as Vernier Callipers, Protractors and Vernier Height Gauge,
  
• To use and maintain equipment, such as Fly-Press, Guillotines and Drilling Machines,
  
• Responsible for ensuring that a high standard of housekeeping is maintained,
  
• To support team members with other tasks as and when necessary,
  
• Responsible for ensuring that all Health & Safety Policies are adhered to,
  
• To carry out any other tasks where reasonable and relevant within any manufacturing area which includes Assembly, Machine Shop and Fabrication.
  ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
  
• Precision Sheet Metal work experience
  
• Experience of setting and operating CNC and manual Press Brakes
  
• Ability to read 3rd angle projection engineering drawings
  
• Ability to use engineering measuring equipment
  
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment
  
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
  DESIRED SKILLS:
  
• GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths at grade C or above
  
• Engineering related qualification / Apprenticeship
  
• Experience in the aerospace Industry
  
• Power press setting and operating certificate
  
• Familiarity with aerospace materials such as L163-T3 sheet
  LOCATION: SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
  SALARY: £16.35 P/H
  WORKING HOURS: Permanent, Full-Time, 39 Hours:
  Mon – Thurs: 8:00 – 17:00 (30 mins lunch)
  Fri: 8:00 – 13:00 (no lunch)
  PLEASE RESPOND TO ME WITH YOUR MOST UP TO DATE CV TO BE CONSIDERED
  Kind Regards,
  Maria Roque - Recruitment Consultant