Trainee Press Brake Operator
CV-LibraryAlton, HampshirepermanentPosted: 13 August 2026
Apply NowI am pleased to be representing an industry leading company who are on the lookout for a Trainee Press Brake Operator to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering business, learn specialist fabrication skills, and build a rewarding long-term career.
Monday to Friday 5:45am - 2:15pm OR 1:45pm - 10:15pm.
The benefits for the Trainee Press Break Operator:
* 20 days + BH and Christmas shut down
* Free onsite parking
* Opportunity for progression
* Employee assistance scheme (after probation)
The role for the Trainee Press Brake Operator:
* Set up and operate a hydraulic CNC press or punch for routine established work.
* Select correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance.
* Load, install and correctly set up the tools required with some assistance from supervisor/lead.
* Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations.
* Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.
* Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and completed work.
* Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance.
* Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
* Maintain performance log books on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to the maintenance team.
* Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.
The person for the Trainee Press Brake Operator:
* Metal press forming and basic fabrication background (Desirable)
* Minimum 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly desired.
* Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
* Demonstrated competency in basic shop maths.
* Basic ability to read and understand Engineering drawings (Must)
* Ability to operate a reach forklift (desirable)
Monday to Friday 5:45am - 2:15pm OR 1:45pm - 10:15pm.
The benefits for the Trainee Press Break Operator:
* 20 days + BH and Christmas shut down
* Free onsite parking
* Opportunity for progression
* Employee assistance scheme (after probation)
The role for the Trainee Press Brake Operator:
* Set up and operate a hydraulic CNC press or punch for routine established work.
* Select correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance.
* Load, install and correctly set up the tools required with some assistance from supervisor/lead.
* Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations.
* Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.
* Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and completed work.
* Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance.
* Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
* Maintain performance log books on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to the maintenance team.
* Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.
The person for the Trainee Press Brake Operator:
* Metal press forming and basic fabrication background (Desirable)
* Minimum 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly desired.
* Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
* Demonstrated competency in basic shop maths.
* Basic ability to read and understand Engineering drawings (Must)
* Ability to operate a reach forklift (desirable)