Ashby Finance
Power Press Setter Operator
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Power Press Setter/Operator
Location: Long Eaton
Rate: £17.78 per hour including shift allowance, rising to £18.55 per hour including shift allowance depending on skills and experience.
Shifts: Rotating Shift Pattern – Mornings and Afternoons
Contract: Temporary-to-Permanent
We are currently recruiting for a Power Press Setter/Operator to join a well-established engineering manufacturer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Power Press Setter/Operator to secure a long-term position with the potential to become permanent following a successful temporary period.
The Role
As a Power Press Setter/Operator, you will be responsible for setting, adjusting and operating a range of mechanical and hydraulic presses within a busy production environment. You will ensure products meet the required quality standards whilst maintaining safe working practices at all times.
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Key Responsibilities
- Operate a variety of mechanical and hydraulic presses.
- Set and adjust press machinery to meet production requirements.
- Inspect, audit and sign off your own work against quality standards.
- Troubleshoot tooling issues and support continuous improvement activities.
- Maintain safe working practices within the press shop.
- Assist with the development and improvement of new tooling.
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous experience working as a Power Press Setter/Operator.
- Valid Power Press Certificate would be beneficial.
- Ability to work independently using your own initiative.
- Strong communication skills with colleagues across departments.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Commitment to safe working practices and quality standards.
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Hours
39-hours per week.
Monday to Thursday and on Friday
Pay Rates
- £16.22 per hour + £1.56 per hour shift allowance
- Raising to £16.99 per hour + £1.56 per hour shift allowance
If you are an experienced Power Press Setter/Operator looking for your next opportunity within a growing manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.
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