Gem Partnership Ltd
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of GEM Partnership who are currently trading as a recruitment and training agency. Our client based in Peterlee is looking to recruit a number of Press Brake Operatives to join their growing team. The role of the Press Operator is to interpret CAD drawings/specifications and customer information, input information accurately into the Pressbrake.
Understanding and completing paperwork accurately alongside palletising units in a way to assist the next stage of production is a key measure when assessing the effectiveness of the press operator.
Duties:
- On acceptance of a job to the machine, ensure previous stage checks are complete.
- Read, and understand CAD drawings/specifications and customer information
- Interpret drawings to be able to correctly input CNC programmes
- Accurately input CNC programmes and set up tooling as instructed on the drawings to ensure optimal performance of the equipment
- Maintain and inspect all tooling.
- Operate the Press
- Check and inspect the folded component to the CAD drawing specifications
- Ensure parts are clearly referenced and burrs are removed.
- Ensure stock use is accurately recorded where applicable.
- Accurately and legibly complete all necessary paperwork.
- All items produced must be done so with the next stage in mind to ensure process efficiency
- Pass all completed products to the next stage of manufacturing or store in designated area as per Company Health and Safety standards
- Always keep the machine and work area tidy.
- Carry out maintenance checks as per company procedures.
- Follow all Company rules and policies.
- Support fellow colleagues to maximise productivity/efficiency and maintain the factory environment.
- Complete tasks as directed by Team Leaders / Factory Foreman or Management
Pay Rates
£14 – £16 depending on experience
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