Metal Punch Press Operator

Metal Punch Press Operator

Date Posted: 2026-08-25T00:00:00

Company: Fox Platt

Location: Greater Manchester, GB, OL5 0

Application Deadline: 2026-11-23T06:16:15.787

Punch Press Operator

PROMAN is currently recruiting for an experienced Punch Press Operator to join our client's busy manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-established company offering competitive pay, a structured shift pattern, and long-term opportunities for the right candidate.

Pay Rate

£15.25 per hour

Working Hours

• 4 on, 4 off shift pattern 07:00 - 19:00


• Two unpaid 45-minute breaks per shift

What is a Punch Press Operator?

A Punch Press Operator works with specialist machinery used to cut, shape, and punch holes into sheet metal to create a variety of products and components. You will be responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring machines to ensure parts are manufactured accurately and to a high-quality standard. Don't worry if you've only worked on one type of machine. Experience operating similar equipment is highly transferable.

What We're Looking For

We are particularly keen to speak with candidates who have experience operating:

• Trumpf Punch Press Machines


• Salvagnini Punch Press Machines


• Amada Machines (highly desirable and transferable experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring punch press machinery


• Producing components to specification and quality standards


• Performing routine machine checks and basic maintenance


• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings where required


• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment


• Working efficiently to meet production targets

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience operating punch press machinery


• Experience with Trumpf, Salvagnini, or Amada machines


• Good attention to detail


• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures


• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

Benefits

• Weekly pay


• Free on-site parking


• Pension scheme


• Ongoing training and development


• Opportunity for a long-term position

Ready to Apply?

If you have experience operating punch press machinery and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV.

Our Commitment

Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!

Additional Information

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Punch Press Operator PROMAN is currently recruiting for an experienced Punch Press Operator to join our client's busy manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-established company offering competitive pay, a structured shift pattern, and long-term opportunities for the right candidate. Pay Rate £15.25 per hour ? Working Hours 4 on, 4 off shift pattern 07:00 - 19:00 Two unpaid 45-minute breaks per shift What is a Punch Press Operator? A Punch Press Operator works with specialist machinery used to cut, shape, and punch holes into sheet metal to create a variety of products and components. You will be responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring machines to ensure parts are manufactured accurately and to a high-quality standard. Don't worry if you've only worked on one type of machine. Experience operating similar equipment is highly transferable. What We're Looking For We are particularly keen to speak with candidates who have experience