Brake Press Setter


Company:	Workforce Recruitment and Training
Salary:	£27,144 to £27,144 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	B70
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Sept 2026
Closing date:	28 Oct 2026

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Summary

Press Brake Setter

Location: West Brom

Pay: £14.50 per hour

Hours: 39 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts

Week 1: Monday?Thursday, 6:00am?2:00pm | Friday, 6:00am?1:00pm

Week 2: Monday?Thursday, 2:00pm?10:00pm | Friday, 1:00pm?8:00pm

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Setter to join a fast-growing manufacturing business in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience setting and operating press brakes and ancillary equipment, who takes pride in producing high-quality work safely, efficiently and to the required production standards.

The Role

As a Press Brake Setter, your responsibilities will include:

Setting and operating press brakes and ancillary machinery.

Producing high-quality components at the required production rate.

Ensuring machinery is set correctly and operating efficiently.

Maintaining accurate production and quality records.

Maintaining a clean, organised work area and strong 5S standards.

Supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Following all Health & Safety procedures.

Working effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Carrying out other duties as required.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

Proven experience setting and operating press brakes.

Experience working with ancillary machinery and equipment.

The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

A strong focus on quality, safety and productivity.

The motivation to achieve production targets safely and consistently.

A commitment to continuous improvement and improving efficiency.

A reliable and professional approach to work.

What Success Looks Like

Safety: Zero harm to yourself or colleagues.

Quality: Zero defective raw materials accepted.

Delivery: Timely offloading of all raw materials.

Cost/Efficiency: Zero downtime caused by material waiting.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown.

Companywide bonus scheme.

Service and recognition awards.

Training and development opportunities.

Pension and Life Assurance ? 4x salary.

Discounted gym membership.

Enhanced family-friendly policies.

Free annual flu vaccination vouchers.

Employee Assistance Programme and cash health plan.

Free home cyber security training.

Cycle to Work scheme.

On-site parking.

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If you're an experienced Press Brake Setter looking for a new opportunity with a growing manufacturing business in Birmingham, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your manufacturing career.

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