CNC Press Brake Setter
| Company: | Manpower UK Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,300 to £27,300 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Nottingham, NG7 2TR |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 23 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 23 Oct 2026 |
Summary
CNC Press Brake Setter x2
Nottingham
Pay: £14.00-£16.00 per hour |
Nightshift allowance: £21 per night
We are seeking
TWO
experienced CNC Press Brake Setters to join a busy and growing manufacturing environment in Nottingham. This is a hands on role for someone confident in setting and operating CNC press brakes, interpreting engineering drawings, and producing high quality folded components to tight tolerances.
About the Role
Working within a fast paced fabrication environment, you will be responsible for setting machines, bending a variety of materials, and ensuring all work meets required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Set and operate CNC press brake machines safely and efficiently
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Select correct tooling and machine settings for each job
- Produce high quality folded and bent components to specification
- Carry out first off inspections and regular in process quality checks
- Measure components using verniers, rulers, angle gauges and other equipment
- Adjust machine settings to maintain accuracy and quality
- Work to production schedules and meet output targets
- Identify and report quality issues or machine faults
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe working area
- Follow all health & safety procedures
- Support colleagues and assist with other fabrication duties when required
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Previous experience as a Press Brake Setter / Operator
- Confident setting and operating CNC press brakes
- Ability to carry out bending operations on various materials and thicknesses
- Strong ability to read and understand engineering drawings
- Experience selecting tooling and adjusting machine settings
- Able to work accurately to tight tolerances
- Good understanding of fabrication processes
- Excellent attention to detail
- Reliable, positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
- Experience with Amada, Bystronic, Trumpf or similar machinery
- Counterbalance forklift licence
- Crane or lifting equipment experience
- Fabrication or sheet metal background
What We're Looking For:
- Skilled and experienced in press brake setting
- Quality?focused with excellent attention to detail
- Comfortable in a fast paced manufacturing environment
- Self?motivated, dependable and flexible
- Supportive of the wider production team
- Committed to continuous improvement
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Overtime opportunities
- Company pension
- Free on?site parking
- Uniform and PPE provided
- Ongoing training and development
- Permanent, stable employment within a growing engineering environment
For more information please contact Ellen or Chloe.
If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
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