Pro-Found Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Forge Press Operative – Rotating Shifts
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Forge (Press) Operative
Are you an experienced operative looking to build your career in a fast-paced, heavy engineering environment? We’re recruiting a Forge (Press) Operative to join a dynamic production team, working with high-capacity forging equipment and supporting critical manufacturing processes.
Benefits
- Salary: £14.50 to £17.70 per hour DOE plus 17% shift allowance
- Location: Sheffield, S9
- Shifts: Days/Afters & Nights Rotating across all 3 shifts
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Contract: Permanent
The Role
As a Forge (Press) Operative, you’ll be responsible for operating and maintaining machinery used to shape and form metal components to precise specifications. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail, safety awareness, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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Key Responsibilities
- Operate large-scale presses including 5600T, 1500T, and 600T machines
- Support production processes such as:
- Andromat operation
- Furnace and forge control room management
- Pyrometry checks
- Trim, punch, and knockdown operations
- Carry out visual and dimensional inspections to ensure quality standards are met
- Perform pre-shift checks (FLT, cranes, hoists, etc.)
- Assist with tooling and die building
- Maintain housekeeping standards (5S)
- Complete preventative maintenance checks
- Ensure strict adherence to health & safety and quality procedures
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in a forging or pressing environment (desirable)
- Background in a medium to heavy manufacturing setting
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
- Flexible approach to shift work and varied responsibilities
- Basic knowledge of computer-controlled systems
- Ability to read engineering drawings and use measuring equipment (training available)
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mind-set
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- FLT/Crane/Hoist experience
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Key Behaviours
- Highly motivated and dependable
- Flexible and adaptable
- Committed to continuous improvement and development
- Positive attitude with a strong work ethic
- Willingness to support wider team and engineering functions
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work with advanced industrial machinery
- Varied and engaging role with scope for progression
- Supportive team environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
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