Press Brake Setter – Progression Into CAD

Press Brake Setter Operator – Progression Into CAD

Location: LeicesterPay: £17.00 – £18.50 per hour DOEHours: Day shiftJob Type: Permanent

The Role

You will initially be responsible for:

• Setting and operating Amada press brake machines
• Folding sheet metal components to engineering drawings
• Producing varied, bespoke and project-based work
• Checking your own work using measuring equipment
• Working to tight tolerances and high-quality standards
• Supporting the wider manufacturing team when required

As you develop, there is scope to get involved with:

• SolidWorks/CAD
• Drawing interpretation and amendments
• Programming support
• Technical planning
• Laser cutting support, if you have or want to build experience in this area

What We’re Looking For

You must have:

• Experience setting and operating press brake machines
• Strong folding experience
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Good attention to detail
• A reliable, hands‑on attitude
• An interest in developing into CAD or more technical work

It would be beneficial if you have experience with:

• Amada press brake machines
• SolidWorks or other CAD software
• Laser cutting machinery
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Bespoke or low-volume manufacturing

Why Apply?

• Genuine progression from press brake into CAD
• Chance to develop SolidWorks skills
• Pay above the local average
• Varied, high-quality project work
• Work with Amada machinery
• Permanent day shift role
• Join a specialist manufacturer where this is a career move, not just another machine job

If you’re an experienced Press Brake Setter Operator who wants a proper route into CAD, apply today and we’ll be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.

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