Sheet Metal/Press Brake Operator

Position: Sheet Metal/Press Brake Operator

Based: Gloucestershire

Salary: £28,000+ (DOE) plus excellent employee benefits package

Working for an established manufacture of parts and products for a global market, supporting the needs of the MOD, Medical and Aerospace Sectors. Working in a modern, well-equipped manufacturing environment which offers excellent working conditions and plenty of self-development and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate press brake machinery safely and accurately to meet production targets.
  
  
• Bend and form sheet metal components to precise specifications.
  
  
• Work with a range of hand and machined inspection and measurement equipment
  
  
• Able to work from complex engineered customer specifications
  
  
• Support other fabrication processes as required.
  
  
• Ensure all work aligns with rigorous quality standards.
  
  
• Maintain a tidy, organised, and safety-conscious workspace.
  
  Essential Skills & Experience
  
  
• Demonstrate expertise in setting and operating press brake machines.
  
  
• Previous experience within a manufacturing environment.
  
  
• Eagerness to expand skills in new machinery, tooling, and software.
  
  
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings and tolerances.
  
  Candidate Profile
  
  
• A dependable team player with excellent communication skills.
  
  
• Physically capable of handling manual tasks with care and precision.
  
  
• Punctual, self-driven, and committed to delivering consistent results.
  
  
• Calm under pressure with a focus on quality and accuracy.
  
  
• Meticulous, with pride in producing work to a high standard