Press Brake Operator

Salary/Rate:£40k - 45k per year + Overtime
Working Options:On-site
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Carlisle
County:Cumbria
Specialism:Metals & Engineering
Job ref:A22
Post Date:February 2, 2026
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About the Role

Aspion Search is working with a well-established, world-leading manufacturer in Carlisle to hire a skilled Press Brake Operator. This is a great opportunity for a Press Brake Operator as it is a permanent role offering development, stability and a supportive, team-focused culture.

 

The Business:

  • Global reach with a strong local presence
  • Long-established and financially secure
  • Modern, well-equipped facilities
  • Innovative, forward-thinking environment

 

The Role of the Press Brake Operator:

  • Read and interpret shop orders and engineering drawings to complete jobs accurately
  • Set up and operate press brakes to bend, form, shape or straighten plate and sheet metal
  • Verify dimensions using precision tools to meet spec
  • Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance before/after shifts
  • Adjust settings for safe, consistent, high-quality output
  • Test and fine-tune machine operation using gauges and hand tools per product spec
  • Inspect finished/assembled parts for conformance to quality standards
  • Process and update shop orders within the ERP system
  • Follow all H&S procedures and wear required PPE
  • Report equipment issues or quality concerns promptly to supervisors

 

Requirements of the Press Brake Operator

  • At least 2 year’s Press Brake operating experience
  • Ideally able to use guillotine, bandsaw and laser cutting equipment
  • FLT (Forklift Truck) licence
  • Full UK driving licence

 

Benefits of the Press Brake Operator:

  • Permanent contract with long-term security
  • 28 days’ holiday including bank holidays
  • Enhanced overtime rates
  • Sick pay after 1 year’s service
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Death-in-service benefit
  • Cash health benefit scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Genuine scope to grow within a stable, supportive global business

 

If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you!

Find out more about our available opportunities or how I can help you further your career – contact me today.

Please get in touch with Adele Lewis or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.

Call: 07537163611 or 0151 209 2050

Email: adele.lewis@aspion.co.uk

 

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