Press Brake Operative

Posted 20 February 2026
Salary Up to £15.79 per hour
LocationNottinghamshire
Job type Temp - Perm
Discipline General Engineering & Manufacturing
Reference71328_1771591420

Job description

Press Brake Operator
£15.79ph
Days Only - Monday to Friday
Full Time | 37.5 Hours Per Week

Weekly Pay | 12 week temp - perm

Are you experienced with press brake machinery and take real pride in producing quality work?
Do you enjoy being part of a skilled fabrication team where precision and teamwork matter?

We're recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Operator to join a busy fabrication department. This is a hands-on role where accuracy, attention to detail, and teamwork are key. You'll be forming parts to exact tolerances and playing an important role in delivering high-quality finished products.

What's the Job?

  • Operating a press brake to form metal parts to specification
  • Working from job packs and technical instructions
  • Ensuring all work meets manufacturing tolerances and quality standards
  • Supporting the Works Supervisor and Lead Operative
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work area
  • Signing off job documentation and adhering to quality procedures
  • Communicating any equipment or production issues promptly
  • Working closely with the wider manufacturing and engineering team

You'll be part of a professional team that values precision, productivity, and high standards.

What Kind of Person Fits This Job?

You'll need proven experience operating a press brake in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.

You're someone who:

  • Has strong attention to detail
  • Takes pride in producing quality work
  • Works well within a team
  • Understands the importance of safety and housekeeping
  • Can follow technical drawings and job instructions accurately

If you're reliable, proactive, and enjoy working in a structured production environment, you'll thrive here.

The Basics:

  • 37.5 hours per week
  • Monday to Thursday - 07:30-16:00/17:00 (flexible start/finish within stated times)
  • Friday - 07:30-11:45/12:45
  • Weekly pay
  • 12 week temp - perm
  • £15.79ph
  • Structured working environment with clear processes

Sound Like You?

Click apply or send us a message today. We'll give you a call to talk through the details and answer any questions.