Press Setter and Operator

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 431951
  • PublishDate iconJob Published: 16/02/2026
  • JobType iconEmployment Type: Contract
  • salaryRate iconrate: £20 - £20.36 Per hour
  • domain iconIndustry: Engineering
  • type iconJob Type: Full Time

Job Title: Press Operator

Pay Rate: £20.36 per hour (PAYE)
Contract Duration: 9 months
Location: Coventry


Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and flexible Press Operator to support manufacturing operations in Coventry. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a range of machinery, carrying out quality checks, and accurately recording production data while working to written instructions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Operate and work flexibly across multiple machines, including:

    • Press Dimple

    • Bending

    • Brazing

    • Cropping

    • Cutting

    • Straightener

    • Extrusion Press

  • Inspect, measure, and verify own work to ensure it meets required quality standards

  • Follow simple written work instructions and procedures

  • Accurately record production and quality data as required

  • Maintain a safe and tidy working environment at all times


Skills & Experience Required

  • Proven ability to work across multiple manufacturing or press-based machines

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to self-inspect work

  • Basic numeracy skills, including the ability to add and subtract whole numbers, decimals, and fractions

  • Ability to read and understand simple written instructions

  • Reliable, adaptable, and able to work independently when required