Press Setter

Our client is looking for an experienced Press Setter to join their manufacturing operation in Coventry. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating press machinery across different production areas, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. Overview Set up, adjust and operate press tooling and machinery across multiple manufacturing areas. Ensure machinery operates efficiently to meet daily production targets and schedules.

Work closely with the Production Controller to plan and prioritise production tasks. Support general operators with day-to-day manufacturing activities. Identify and report machinery faults, defects and maintenance requirements. Maintain high standards of health and safety, quality control and housekeeping. Follow established quality procedures and ISO 9001 standards. Remain flexible and assist across different production areas when required. Requirements Previous experience as a Press Setter or in a similar manufacturing role.

Knowledge of press tooling setup and machine operation. Understanding of health and safety procedures within a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with quality standards and ISO 9001 procedures. Strong communication and teamwork skills. A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and adapt to changing production requirements. Forklift experience or a valid counterbalance licence would be advantageous. Salary & Benefits Salary starting from £31,000 per annum , depending on experience.

Further salary progression depending on power press training, forklift licence and relevant skills. 40-hour working week. Normal hours: 08:00-17:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:30-15:00 Friday. The factory operates between 06:00 and 19:00, so start and finish times may vary within these hours to meet production and operational requirements. Any changes to the normal working pattern will be communicated with reasonable notice wherever practicable.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.