CNC Press Brake Operator

We’re looking for *CNC Press Brake Operators* who want to join a growing business with big ambitions.Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.*4-day week (38hrs).**Salary: *Up to *£13.70 per hour (experience dependent)**Job Types: *Full-time, Permanent, Dayshift & Nightshift (shift allowance applies for night shift)*About Washington Metalworks*Washington Metalworks is a full-service fabrication company that works across the Rail / Construction / Electrical / Automotive industries in the UK and Europe.Our strength is our diversity, which allows us to offer stable employment for nearly 250 staff at our factory in Gateshead.We are continuing to grow as a business and we are looking to increase the number of good quality fabricators we have in-house to help with demand.We emphasise teamwork and encourage our staff to shout up if they experience any issues or need advice/training.*About the role:*· You will be using press brakes up to 4 m in length.· We work with a variety of materials, such as: mild steel, aluminium and stainless· You will read drawings and use your initiative to fold sheet metal parts correctly.· We are a fast-paced environment, and we don’t micromanage. Our staff work independently on a wide range of different jobs.*The candidate:*· We would like for you to have experience as a press brake operator.· WMW are a supportive company, and we support employees who are not yet qualified but are willing to learn.*What we will offer you:*· You’ll take ownership of your work and will develop and grow with the business.· Support from your Team and Supervisor in achieving your goals.· Full training on the job to allow you to achieve your best work.· A great role as part of an open and growing team where your contribution will be visible.*Company benefits:*· Four-day weeks, at 38 hours per week (7am to 5pm, Mon-Thurs)· 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays· Incentive overtime rate· Company pension scheme· Death in service benefit· Nightshift available (shift allowance applies)· Birthday bonus· Subsidised on site company canteenJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: Up to £13.70 per hourExpected hours: 38 per weekBenefits:* Referral programmeSchedule:* Day shift* Night shiftWork Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-14