Press Brake Operator £30,000 – £35,000
Ilkley
As a Press Brake Operator, you’ll be responsible for setting, programming, and operating CNC press brakes to manufacture a wide range of components. You’ll work from detailed engineering drawings, manage your own folding sequences, and ensure all parts meet quality and production requirements. The Press Brake Operator role suits someone comfortable taking ownership of their work and maintaining high standards across safety, accuracy, and housekeeping.
Key responsibilities of the Press Brake Operator include:
Setting up press brake tooling and loading the correct programs
Writing and adjusting folding sequences where required
Reading and working from engineering drawings and works orders
Inspecting, correcting, and identifying folded parts
Moving components safely, including use of overhead cranes
Maintaining housekeeping, safety checks, and production targets
Essential skills and experience for the Press Brake Operator:
Minimum 4 years’ experience working as a Press Brake Operator
Experience operating CNC press brakes, ideally Bystronic
Ability to write your own press brake programs
Strong understanding of quality, H&S, and safe systems of work
Engineering Operative Apprenticeship Level 2 (or equivalent)
Good IT skills and a solid level of written and spoken English
Desirable experience for the Press Brake Operator:
Level 3 fabrication or welding qualification
Experience using SMB Viewer
Background handling large or complex fabrications
What’s on offer:
Salary of £30,000–£35,000 depending on experience
Full-time, permanent role based in Ilkley
Clean, organised fabrication environment
Ongoing training and long-term stability
If you’re an experienced Press Brake Operator who wants to be part of a business that values precision, people, and progress, get in touch. Call Rio at Holt Engineering on (phone number removed)