Press Brake Operator


Company:	DC Personnel Ltd
Salary:	£16 to £17 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leicestershire, LE11
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Sept 2026
Closing date:	28 Oct 2026

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Summary

DC Personnel are looking for a Press Break Operator for the area of Loughborough, Leicester

Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire

Salary: £16 - £17 per hour, depending on experience

Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:00am–4:00pm | Friday - early finish

Job Type: Permanent

About the Company:

Our client is an established engineering and manufacturing company based in Loughborough, specialising in the design and manufacture of high-quality stainless-steel equipment and bespoke engineered solutions. With a strong focus on quality, precision and customer requirements, the company combines skilled craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques to produce high-quality products and systems for a range of industries.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Press Brake Operator to join their manufacturing team.

The Role:

As a Press Brake Operator, you will be responsible for setting and operating press brake machinery to accurately form sheet-metal components in accordance with engineering drawings and production requirements. The successful candidate will have previous experience operating Amada press brake machinery and be confident working accurately in a busy manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting and operating Amada press brake machinery

• Producing accurate components to engineering drawings and specifications

• Selecting and setting the appropriate tooling for each job

• Measuring and checking components throughout the production process

• Working with sheet metal to achieve accurate bends and finished dimensions

• Interpreting engineering drawings and understanding bend specifications

• Carrying out quality checks on completed components

• Identifying and correcting minor issues where appropriate

• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment

• Working to production schedules and agreed deadlines

• Following company health and safety procedures

• Working effectively as part of a wider manufacturing team

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience operating Amada press brake machinery

• Good knowledge of press brake setting and operation

• Experience working with sheet metal

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Strong measuring and checking skills

• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality

• Ability to work accurately to specifications and tolerances

• Good understanding of workshop health and safety

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Reliable and positive approach to work

• Ability to work to production deadlines without compromising quality

What’s on Offer:

• £16–£17 per hour, depending on experience

• Permanent position

• Monday-to-Friday working hours

• Early Friday finish

• Established engineering and manufacturing environment

• Varied and interesting sheet-metal work

• Opportunity to work on bespoke products and projects

• Hands-on workshop environment

• Opportunity to develop your skills and experience

If you are an experienced Press Brake Operator with Amada experience looking for your next opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you. Please apply with an up-to-date CV outlining your Press Brake, Amada and Sheet Metal experience.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV to emily@dcpersonnel.co.uk or contact DC Personnel for more information.

DC Personnel are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

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