Press Brake Setter Operator

Sheet Metal Worker - Press Brake Setter Operator

Press Brake Setter / Operator role in Harlow | Mon to Fri 08:00-16:30 | £15.00-£18.00 p/hr DOE |

Overtime at time and a half.

Role overview:

We are recruiting for an experienced Sheet Metal Worker / Press Brake Setter Operator to join a busy engineering workshop in Harlow on a temp to perm or permanent basis. The ideal candidate would be looking for a stable day-shift role with regular overtime opportunities, producing quality sheet metal components to drawing.

Key responsibilities:

Set up and operate press brake machines (tooling selection, changes, setting bends/angles)
Work from engineering drawings/work instructions to produce parts to specification
Complete first-off, in-process and final quality checks using measuring equipment
Maintain a clean and safe work area, following all health & safety procedures
Support production targets and continuous improvement

Essential skills & experience (required):

Proven hands-on experience using press brake machines (setup and operation)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Confident with measuring tools and checking tolerances
Strong attention to detail and a quality-first approach
Reliable, punctual and able to work independently or as part of a team

Pay, overtime & hours:

Pay rate: £15.00 - £18.00 per hour (DOE)
Overtime available at time and a half
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:30

HRGO Recruitment offers permanent and temporary jobs across the UK. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. We aim to respond to all applications. HRGO is an equal opportunities employer