Brake Press Operator
- Ayr, South Ayrshire
- £30,000-34,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Set up and operate Amada CNC press brake machines (e.g., HFE, or similar models).
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders to determine machine settings and tooling requirements.
- Perform program edits and adjustments at the machine as needed.
- Select proper dies, punches, and back gauges for each job.
- Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, protractors, and other measurement tools to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Ensure safe and efficient operation in compliance with company safety procedures.
- Maintain production records and report any issues to supervisors.
- Work alongside Supervisor to execute weekly manufacturing plan.
- Lead operator on shift, responsible for working on our most complex product
- Set standards for the rest of the team regarding attitude, behaviour, and attendance.
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Good knowledge of Syteline/Shoptrak
- Extensive knowledge of our current BP/CNC machine capabilities
- A broad understanding of sheet metal forming and rolling
- Knowledge and extensive experience of Amada press brakes.
- Experience working as part of a team.
- Awareness of lean manufacturing principles
- Computer literate (Excel, Word etc)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload based on manufacturing requirements
- Excellent planning, analytical and problem-solving skills.