23rd March, 2026 LEAD INFORMATION Job Title - Press Brake Operator Site location - Wigan Responsible to - Production Manager Responsible for - Safe operation of press brake and laser cutting equipment and other generalist production responsibilities Client brief - Our client is a specialist supplier of design and manufacture services for a diverse range of industries worldwide KEY INFORMATION Reason for vacancy - Increased demand Contract - Temporary to permanent Basic pay - £12-14.50ph depending on experience Shifts - Monday to Thursday 8am-4.30pm, Fridays 8am-12.30pm Breaks - 15-minute morning break, half hour lunch break Overtime - 1.5x basic rate – regularly available, overtime is totally optional Holidays - Accrual (21 days BH once permanent) Facilities - Canteen, staff parking Additional - Training available to further your experience RESPONSIBILITIES The role - Production of steel items for company product range within a high-quality production environment. Use of press brake and laser cutting machinery throughout shift. Reading and interpreting drawings to specification. Generalist hand tools where necessary. Adhering to company health and safety requirements at all times. Individual responsibilities Safe operation of press brake and laser cutting machinery Responsible for your own output and meeting daily company targets Shift duration per day - 8.5 hours ESSENTIAL SKILLS Previous experience working with press brake OR laser cutting machinery in a fabrication environment. Ability to use technical drawings. Ability to work in a physically demanding environment. Good level of verbal and written English. FAQ’s Are start times flexible - No Overtime rate - 1.5x basic rate Are breaks paid - Morning break – yes, lunch - no Minimum hours per week - 36.5