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Posted 16 August, 2026

Press Brake Operator

Tapzenn Ltd
Basildon, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Press break operator\n
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Location: Danbury, Essex CM3

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Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

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Salary: £16 - £18 per week, depending on experience

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Hours: MondayFriday, 40hr week

The Role\n

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Press Brake Operator to join an established engineering and sheet-metal manufacturing business based in Danbury, Essex.

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This is a permanent opportunity for someone with previous experience operating CNC press brake machinery within a sheet-metal fabrication or engineering environment.

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You will be responsible for producing accurate, high-quality components from engineering drawings while maintaining excellent standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities\n
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    Operating CNC press brake machinery to bend and form sheet-metal components

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    Setting and operating machinery to produce components to specification

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    Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

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    Selecting and changing tooling where required

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    Adjusting machine settings to achieve accurate bends and dimensions

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    Carrying out first-off and in-process quality checks

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    Working with materials including mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium

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    Checking finished components using appropriate measuring equipment

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    Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment

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    Working to production schedules and maintaining quality standards

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The Ideal Candidate\n

The successful candidate will have:

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    Previous experience as a Press Brake Operator, Press Brake Setter/Operator, CNC Press Brake Operator, CNC Folder Operator or similar

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    Experience working within a sheet-metal, fabrication or engineering environment

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    The ability to read and understand engineering drawings

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    Experience operating CNC press brake machinery

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    Good attention to detail and a strong focus on quality

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    The ability to work independently and as part of a production team

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    A reliable and positive approach to work

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Setter experience would be advantageous but is not essential if you have strong Press Brake operating experience.

Why Apply?\n
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    Permanent position

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    Stable, long-term opportunity

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    Established engineering/manufacturing environment

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    Varied sheet-metal work

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    Opportunity to develop your skills

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    Competitive salary based on experience

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    Overtime opportunities may be available

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If you have previous experience operating a Press Brake and are looking for a permanent opportunity in the Essex area, we would be keen to hear from you.

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Apply today with your CV or contact Moe Sakariya at Tapzenn for more information.

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