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Brake Press Operator

Job in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, SG6, England, UK
Listing for: Lawrence Dean Recruitment
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-06-24
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator, Fabrication
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 16 GBP Hourly GBP 16.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Brake Press Operator

Location:

Letchworth

Temporary Assignment – Immediate Start

£16.00 per hour

Are you an experienced Brake Press Operator available for an immediate start? Do you have a background in sheet metal fabrication and experience operating press brakes and associated machinery? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

Our client, a well established metal fabrication company, is looking to recruit an experienced Brake Press Operator to temporarily work within their production team. This is a temporary assignment for approximately two weeks, starting immediately.

Working alongside a team of permanent employees, you'll play a key role in supporting production output and ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and to a high standard.

Job Overview

As a Brake Press Operator, you will be responsible for operating sheet metal machinery, producing components to specification, and supporting general fabrication activities within a busy manufacturing environment.

Duties will include:
  • Operating CNC and manual brake press machinery
  • Folding and forming sheet metal components to engineering specifications
  • Operating guillotine machinery
  • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and job instructions
  • Selecting and changing tooling as required
  • Carrying out quality checks on finished components
  • Measuring parts using hand-held inspection equipment
  • Ensuring products meet dimensional and quality standards
  • Supporting general sheet metal fabrication activities
  • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
  • Following all health and safety procedures at all times
Skills & Experience Required
  • Previous Brake Press operating experience
  • Experience working within a sheet metal or metal fabrication environment
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Experience operating guillotine machinery
  • Good attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong understanding of health and safety within manufacturing
  • Reliable and punctual approach to work
Desirable
  • Experience setting and programming brake press machinery
  • Experience using measuring equipment such as verniers and calipers
  • General fabrication or workshop experience
What's on Offer?
  • Immediate start available
  • £16.00 per hour
  • Weekly pay
  • Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm
  • Friday: 7:30am – 1:30pm
  • Friendly and supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to work with a well-established local manufacturer
Working Hours
  • Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm
  • 15-minute paid break plus 30-minute unpaid lunch
  • Friday: 7:30am – 1:30pm
  • 15-minute paid break
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