Production Press Setter

Production Press Setter
Mid Kent
£36k £38k DOE
Permanent
Day Shifts (Early Finish Every Friday!)

ARE YOU A SKILLED MACHINE SETTER WITH A KNACK FOR MECHANICAL PROBLEM-SOLVING?

LOOKING FOR A ROLE WHERE EVERY DAY BRINGS NEW CHALLENGES AND REAL OPPORTUNITY TO GROW?

THIS COULD BE YOUR PERFECT NEXT STEP!

We are thrilled to represent a well-established, forward-thinking manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and a truly supportive working culture. This company invests in its people, offers fantastic training opportunities, and provides a friendly, family-feel environment where you can build a long-term career.

Working within the Power Press department, you ll play a key role in setting and operating the machines. With the right drive and ambition, this position even offers the potential to grow into departmental leadership over time!

As a Production Press Setter, you will:

• Set, operate, and adjust a range of production machinery, including rotary table systems and power presses.
• Take ownership of machine performance, ensuring output meets quality and safety standards.
• Use your mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and resolve issues methodically.
• Work independently while contributing positively to a close-knit production team.
• Support continuous improvement and embrace new skills.
• Demonstrate flexibility, taking on both setting and operating duties as required.

To be considered, you should have:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with production machinery.
• A problem-solving mindset and confidence working without constant supervision.
• Experience with resistance welding or automated welding stations (advantageous, not essential).
• Exposure to stamping/forming tool setup (desirable).
• A willingness to learn and continuously develop your technical skillset.
• A proactive, team-focused approach.

What you ll get in return:

• Competitive salary of £36k £38k DOE
• 40-hour week
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• A warm, friendly, family-like environment where you're valued

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This role is being handled by Emily Powell and Sammy Messenger, Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical Specialists at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.