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Press Brake Setter/Operator

Cambridge
3 weeks ago
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Why join Marshall in this role?

This role will give you the chance to play a key part in ground-breaking and high-profile defence projects. You'll be part of an industry-leading team, working with Marshall and other major defence stakeholders and Primes.

Purpose of the role:

Operation/setting of CNC and manual machine tools (brake presses, saws and laser cutters).

Machining of composite/metallic components to a high standard.

Carry out planned maintenance of machinery in accordance with maintenance schedules.

Tooling Modifications and repairs as detailed within manufacturing job cards and verbal instructions.

To ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with local risk assessments and current health and safety legislation.

(Training will be available to allow all staff to gain more skills within the department outside the requirements of this job profile).

Apply if you have most of the following:

Significant experience using CNC machines and manual machine tools

Extensive experience in Component Part Manufacturing/Assemblies within an Engineering/Manufacturing environment

NVQ level 3 or equivalent or time-served apprentice

Good communication skills

Demonstrate high standards of quality at work

Ability to plan own work load and prioritise

Experience of machining composite materials would be beneficial

Flexible approach to work.

The benefits we will offer you include:

27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell)
Pension contributions up to 9%
Healthcare cash plan for you and your children
Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work
Life assurance at 4x basic salary
Enhanced parental leave and pay
Paid volunteering leave
Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools

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