Trainee Press Brake Operator

6 months ago


Stafford, United Kingdom SSC laser Full time

**Trainee Press Brake Operator**

**Whats the job & who would it suit?**

We have an exciting opportunity to work as a Trainee Press Brake Operator for SSC Laser in Hixon. You will receive training on how to operate an Amada press brake and how to convert technical drawings provided by the CAD/CAM Engineer, into the desired product specification requested by the customer. The role would suit someone with a background in production or machinery.

**Where youll be working**

SSC is a successful, fast-paced manufacturing business, offering laser cutting and press brake services to a range of sectors across the UK. Having recently reorganised our workforce and implemented a strategy to deliver continuous improvement and success, we are now looking for new talent to join our fun and friendly team.

Our core values are at the heart of how we do business. If the following values resonate with you, then we may be a great match for one another.
- We work together in the best interests of the business.
- We act with integrity.
- We respect and care about each other.
- We do our best, look to improve and strive for excellence.
- We take responsibility for what we do

**The team youll be working in**

Working within the production team, you will be an integral part of delivering a great service to internal colleagues and our customers.

**What youll be doing**

Specific responsibilities will vary depending on skills, experience and previous levels of operation. There is scope either to grow into this role or to come straight in at a higher level if you already have good prior knowledge and experience in this sector.

So that you can get a feel for the job, here is what you will be doing day to day and will receive training on:

- Operating an Amada press brake
- Setting the press up to suit the material being used to achieve the bend required
- Ensure the selection of correct material or laser profiles for the job
- Count parts, bag or stack for packing or subsequent operations
- Ensure quality checks are carried out and all folded parts are signed off
- Follow procedures and processes (including ISO 9001:2008)
- Record job time accurately using internal work operating system
- Keep work area tidy and machine clean
- Tooling management and Storage and reporting all defects as and when required
- Assist other areas of the production facility when required
- To carry out any other reasonable duties as and when required** What youll need to succeed**
**Need to know**
- How to operate CNC machinery desirable
- Knowledge of different sheet metals desirable** Need to have**
- Previous machine operating experience desirable
- Good problem solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and an eye for quality
- Counter-balance forklift license desirable though not essential as training can be provided
- Background in production environment advantageous

**Need to demonstrate**

We have a number of core competencies that we believe are fundamental to both individual and business success.

The following competencies will need to be demonstrated for success:

- Being knowledgeable knowing your stuff, with an ongoing passion to learn and develop
- Results focused getting the job done and delivering what was promised
- Effective Team worker & Communicator working effectively with others to achieve a common goal
- Great Organisational skills great at managing priorities and workload
- Takes Responsibility self-starter who works on own initiative and takes individual responsibility
- Effective and Innovative Problem Solver Creatively solving problems or improving what we do

**More about the job**

Hours of work are 38 per week weekly rotating as below

05:45 14:30 Mon Thurs, 05:45 13:45 Friday &
13:45 22:30 Mon Thurs, 13:15 21:15 Friday

**Salary**: £22,000 - £23,750 depending on previous experience. Additional pay bands once fully competent.

**Whats on offer?**

Competitive salary, 30 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays with the option to purchase an additional week via salary sacrifice. Discretionary profit related bonus, auto-enrolment pension scheme and development opportunities for those keen to progress. Free onsite parking. Free PPE supplied with applicable roles. Early finish on Fridays.

Plus, the chance to work with a great team of people in a relaxed but hardworking environment.



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