Press Brake Operative

OA · east hertfordshire, england, United-Kingdom

Location
east hertfordshire
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
June 20, 2026

Job Description

Duties of a Paint Line Operative:

  • Set up and operate press brake machinery in line with job specifications and production requirements.
  • Program machine settings, bend sequences, and back?gauge positions based on technical drawings.
  • Select and install appropriate tooling, punches, and dies for each job.
  • Load and position sheet metal materials safely and accurately.
  • Perform test bends and make adjustments to achieve correct angles, dimensions, and tolerances.
  • Monitor machine performance and respond to alarms, errors, or irregularities.

What we would like from you:

  • Technical Expertise: Experience setting up and operating press brake machinery, with the ability to read and interpret technical blueprints and engineering specifications.
  • Industry Experience: Typically 1–3 years of hands?on experience in sheet?metal fabrication or a similar manufacturing environment.
  • Tool...

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