Press Operator

Exciting Opportunity: Press Operator

Are you ready to join an industry-leading company that stands at the forefront of innovation, quality, and efficiency? With over 90 years of experience, this company is a pioneer in providing high-strength, lightweight, and fatigue-resistant products made from the world's most advanced composite materials. They are currently seeking a dedicated Press Operator to become an integral part of their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference, in an environment that fosters growth, learning, and excellence.

What You Will Do:

• Handle raw materials, ensuring their proper delivery and setup for work streams.
  
  
• Accurately place cut material shapes into various tools including preform, moulding vac form, composite, and steel tooling.
  
  
• Safely load tools, laminates, and preforms into compression presses, ovens, or autoclaves.
  
  
• Carry out finishing and assembly of composite components.
  
  
• Manage the packing and labelling of finished products.
  
  
• Perform lay-up of composite materials and operate presses.
  
  
• Accurately record production data as required.
  
  What You Will Bring:
  
  
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
  
  
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
  
  
• Strong organizational skills and the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  
  
• Experience in a manufacturing or production setting, particularly within the composites or defence industries, is highly desirable.
  
  
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn new skills.
  
  This role would suit candidates from a press operator, machine operator, machine setting background. 
  
  Company Contribution & Industry Information:
  
  This role is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a company that is not just a leader in the defence sector but also a pioneer in commercial composites, serving industries such as medical, transport, aerospace, and energy. The Press Operator will play a crucial role in maintaining the company's reputation for excellence, delivering products that are up to 50% lighter than equivalent steel products while meeting the specific requirements of customers across various sectors.
  
  Location:
  
  This position is based at the company's state-of-the-art facility in Coventry, renowned for its cutting-edge armour design and military vehicle integration capabilities.
  
  Join Us:
  
  If you're passionate about making a tangible impact and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and making a difference. Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow with a company that is shaping the future of the industry.
  
  Apply now to become the next Press Operator and embark on a rewarding career journey!
  
  Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
  
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