Job Description
Forge Press OperativeLocation: SheffieldShift Pattern: Rotating Mornings & AfternoonsSalary: £30,726 – £37,544 depending on experience
Elevation Recruitment are working with a highly reputable manufacturing business based in Sheffield, who are looking to recruit a Forge Press Operative to join their production team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a precision-focused environment where quality, safety, and continuous improvement are at the heart of operations.
Overview of the Role
To safely set up, control, and operate forging presses through dummy, intermediate, and finish blows. The role will also involve operating and interfacing with both gas-fired and electric furnaces to heat billets and components to specified forging temperatures, ensuring accuracy, consistent production output, and full compliance with quality and health & safety standards.
Shift Pattern
Monday – Thursday
* Mornings: 6:00am – 2:00pm
* Afternoons: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Early finish on Fridays
* Morning: 6:00am – 12:00pm
* Afternoon: 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Duties & Responsibilities
* Setting, operating, and monitoring forge press equipment
* Operating gas and electric furnaces to heat materials in line with process requirements
* Carrying out routine pre-use checks on presses, furnaces, tooling, and dies
* Producing forged components in line with work instructions, SOPs, and strict quality standards
* Achieving output and efficiency targets within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
* Monitoring press and furnace operations to ensure product quality and process consistency
* Identifying faults, defects, or equipment issues and escalating where required
* Supporting continuous improvement activities across the production area
* Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times
The Successful Candidate Will Have
* Previous experience operating forge presses or heavy press machinery within a manufacturing environment
* Experience using gas and/or electric furnaces within a manufacturing or forging environment
* A strong understanding of safe working practices in high-force and high-temperature processes
* Excellent attention to detail, particularly within regulated industries
* Experience working to production targets and quality standards
* A proactive, reliable approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Paid breaks
* Westfield Health Cash Plan
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Stable, long-term opportunity within a well-established business
For more information or to apply, please contact Lauren Gormanly at Elevation Recruitment.