Cnc Press Brake Operator

Location: Ilkeston, Derbyshire

Salary: £32,500-£36,000 per annum

Shift: 4 On / 4 Off - 6:00am-6:00pm

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

WLD Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced CNC Press Brake Operator to join a well-established and growing precision sheet metal manufacturing business based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

Our client has invested heavily in new machinery and manufacturing technology, offering an excellent opportunity to join a modern, forward-thinking engineering environment with a strong focus on quality, employee development and continuous improvement.

Working a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern, you'll be responsible for setting and operating Bystronic and TRUMPF CNC press brake machines, producing high-quality sheet metal components to engineering specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting and operating Bystronic and TRUMPF CNC press brake machines.


• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.


• Selecting appropriate tooling and carrying out machine setups.


• Producing precision sheet metal components to required tolerances.


• Performing first-off and in-process quality inspections.


• Making adjustments to bending programmes and machine settings where required.


• Working with a variety of sheet metal materials and component designs.


• Maintaining high standards of quality, productivity and health & safety.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience setting and operating CNC press brake machines.


• Experience with Bystronic or TRUMPF machinery would be advantageous.


• Good understanding of sheet metal bending processes and tooling.


• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.


• Confident working independently and checking the quality of finished components.


• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Salary & Benefits

• £32,500-£36,000 basic salary, depending on experience.


• 4 days on / 4 days off shift pattern.


• 6:00am-6:00pm working hours.


• Two paid 20-minute breaks per shift.


• Permanent position with an established precision manufacturing business.


• Modern manufacturing facility with significant investment in machinery.


• Opportunities for further training and development.


• Opportunity to develop skills across additional manufacturing processes.