Brake Press Operator


Trowbridge


Full Time – Permanent


Salary is dependent on experience


We are currently recruiting for a Brake Press Operator to join our client based in Trowbridge.


Duties and Responsibilities:


The primary responsibilities of a Brake Press Operator are to bend sheet metal in accordance with design specifications and to ensure each piece produced is free of defects. To meet these main goals, you may perform the following job duties:


*Studying blueprints and specification sheets to understand technical requirements
*Setting a computer-controlled press brake to project specifications
*Ensuring proper positioning and alignment of metal inside the press brake
*Monitoring the pressing process
*Measuring and inspecting the finished sheet metal to ensure it matches specifications
*Troubleshooting and addressing problems that arise during the pressing process
*Performing routine maintenance on the press brake
*Complying with all health and safety standards in the manufacturing facility


You must have:


*In-depth understanding of the parts of a press brake and how the machine works
*Computer skills to operate CNC software
*Ability to remain upright and perform repetitive movements throughout most of a work shift
*Arithmetic skills to perform measurements and calculate settings
*Ability to move heavy or large pieces of sheet metal from one place to another
*Observation skills to monitor the pressing process and inspect metal after pressing
*Knowledge of health and safety regulations for the manufacturing industry
*Familiarity with blueprints and the terminology used in technical specification sheets




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