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Press Brake Operator

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Posted on Jun 17, 2026 by CV-Library
Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Press Brake Operator (Manual Press Brake) – Stainless Steel Fabrication

Location: Leicester
Hours: Monday to Friday Dayshift (No Weekends)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Press Brake Operator Required – Stainless Steel Fabrication

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Operator to join a well-established fabrication and engineering business specialising in stainless steel fabrications. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled operator looking for a stable, long-term position working on a permanent weekday dayshift.

The successful candidate will have experience operating a manual press brake machine, producing high-quality stainless steel components and fabrications to engineering drawings and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

* Set up and operate a manual press brake machine.

* Bend and form stainless steel sheet metal components.

* Work from technical drawings, work instructions and fabrication specifications.

* Produce accurate, high-quality fabricated parts to required tolerances.

* Carry out first-off and in-process quality inspections.

* Select appropriate tooling and adjust machine settings as required.

* Handle light fabrication work and small to medium batch production.

* Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.

* Support continuous improvement and production efficiency initiatives.

Press Brake Operator Requirements

* Previous experience as a Press Brake Operator, Brake Press Setter Operator, Sheet Metal Worker, or Fabrication Operative.

* Experience operating a manual press brake machine.

* Strong background working with stainless steel fabrication and sheet metal.

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

* Good understanding of measuring equipment and quality standards.

* High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

* Reliable, punctual and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Desirable Skills

* Experience within light fabrication, sheet metal manufacturing or precision engineering.

* Knowledge of stainless steel finishing and fabrication processes.

* Previous experience in a manufacturing, engineering or production environment.

What's On Offer?

* Permanent full-time position.

* Monday to Friday dayshift pattern.

* Overtime opportunities available.

* Stable workload with a growing manufacturing business.

* Supportive team environment.

* Training and development opportunities.

* Company pension scheme.

* Holiday entitlement.

Keywords

Press Brake Operator, Manual Press Brake, Brake Press Setter, Brake Press Operator, Stainless Steel Fabrication, Sheet Metal Worker, Sheet Metal Fabricator, Engineering Operative, Manufacturing Operator, Fabrication Operative, Press Brake Setter Operator, Metal Fabrication, Precision Engineering, Stainless Steel Fabricator, Dayshift Engineering Jobs, Manufacturing Jobs, Engineering Jobs, Sheet Metal Manufacturing

Reference: 225259617

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Press Brake Operator

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Posted on Jun 17, 2026 by CV-Library

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Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Press Brake Operator (Manual Press Brake) – Stainless Steel Fabrication

Location: Leicester
Hours: Monday to Friday Dayshift (No Weekends)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Press Brake Operator Required – Stainless Steel Fabrication

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Operator to join a well-established fabrication and engineering business specialising in stainless steel fabrications. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled operator looking for a stable, long-term position working on a permanent weekday dayshift.

The successful candidate will have experience operating a manual press brake machine, producing high-quality stainless steel components and fabrications to engineering drawings and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

* Set up and operate a manual press brake machine.

* Bend and form stainless steel sheet metal components.

* Work from technical drawings, work instructions and fabrication specifications.

* Produce accurate, high-quality fabricated parts to required tolerances.

* Carry out first-off and in-process quality inspections.

* Select appropriate tooling and adjust machine settings as required.

* Handle light fabrication work and small to medium batch production.

* Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.

* Support continuous improvement and production efficiency initiatives.

Press Brake Operator Requirements

* Previous experience as a Press Brake Operator, Brake Press Setter Operator, Sheet Metal Worker, or Fabrication Operative.

* Experience operating a manual press brake machine.

* Strong background working with stainless steel fabrication and sheet metal.

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

* Good understanding of measuring equipment and quality standards.

* High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

* Reliable, punctual and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Desirable Skills

* Experience within light fabrication, sheet metal manufacturing or precision engineering.

* Knowledge of stainless steel finishing and fabrication processes.

* Previous experience in a manufacturing, engineering or production environment.

What's On Offer?

* Permanent full-time position.

* Monday to Friday dayshift pattern.

* Overtime opportunities available.

* Stable workload with a growing manufacturing business.

* Supportive team environment.

* Training and development opportunities.

* Company pension scheme.

* Holiday entitlement.

Keywords

Press Brake Operator, Manual Press Brake, Brake Press Setter, Brake Press Operator, Stainless Steel Fabrication, Sheet Metal Worker, Sheet Metal Fabricator, Engineering Operative, Manufacturing Operator, Fabrication Operative, Press Brake Setter Operator, Metal Fabrication, Precision Engineering, Stainless Steel Fabricator, Dayshift Engineering Jobs, Manufacturing Jobs, Engineering Jobs, Sheet Metal Manufacturing
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Reference: 225259617

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