Machine Operator / Brake Press Operator

Job Description

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Machine Operator / Trainee Brake Press Operator – Carnwath

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Location: Carnwath, South LanarkshireFull-time | Permanent

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We are recruiting for an established engineering and fabrication business in Carnwath who are looking to add a Machine Operator / Brake Press Operator to their production team.

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Previous brake press experience would be welcomed, however, you do not need to be an experienced Brake Press Operator to be considered.

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The company is happy to train and develop someone who already has good hands-on machine operating experience within a metal, engineering, fabrication or manufacturing environment and is keen to learn press brake operation.

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You will work within a busy fabrication environment, initially using your existing machine operating skills while receiving training and development on CNC hydraulic press brake machinery.

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As your experience develops, you will learn to:

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• Set and operate CNC hydraulic press brake machinery

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• Work from engineering drawings and production information

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• Select appropriate tooling and bending methods

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• Produce accurate folded metal components

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• Check finished components using measuring equipment

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• Make machine adjustments to achieve the required dimensions and quality

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• Carry out basic machine checks

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• Work safely within a busy engineering and fabrication environment

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We would be interested in speaking with candidates who have either:

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• Previous press brake or brake press operating experience

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• Good machine operating experience gained within a metal, fabrication, engineering or similar manufacturing environment

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• Experience working with industrial production machinery

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• A practical, mechanically minded approach

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• Good attention to detail and an understanding of quality

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• A willingness to learn and develop new skills

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• The ability to work safely as part of a production team

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Experience reading engineering drawings, working with sheet metal, CNC machinery or using measuring equipment would be advantageous, but training can be provided for the right person.

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This is a permanent, workshop-based position in Carnwath (ML11), so please consider the location and your ability to travel to the site before applying.

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If you have a background in machine operation, engineering or metal fabrication and are looking for an opportunity to develop your skills further, please apply with an up-to-date CV.

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