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Press/Forging Operator
Leicester
Permanent
Circa ​​​​£12.00 - £17.00 per hour

EMBS Engineering is currently recruiting for a Press / Forging Operator to join a precision engineering company located in Leicester working on a permanent basis.

Due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents, and DBS checks will be required. Please note we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.

Key Benefits on offer:

* Opportunity to work with interesting parts for high profile aerospace customers within a fast paced environment

* Permanent position - offering stability / longevity

* Shifts: Rotating mornings and afternoons with alternative Fridays off

* Pay rates are dependant on experience ranging from £12.00 - £17.00 per hour

* Overtime available at premium rates

* Many employee benefits including pension, sick pay, cycle to work scheme and much more​

The business is a leading specialist in manufacturing detailed, safety-critical components for several market leaders within the aerospace market.

Due to continued success and further growth, our client requires additional support within their machining department.

As a Press / Forging Operator, you will set up and run machines to meet customer specifications. You will read and interpret engineering drawings and ensure parts are manufactured in line with quality requirements but self inspecting your own parts.

Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:

* Strong experience within a machining role

* Able to set & operate machines

* Comfortable performing multiple set ups per day

* Knowledge of forging & press machines

* Confidence in performing self inspection of parts using manual measuring equipment

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Worked with small to large batch sizes

If you are interested in the opportunity of Press / Forging Operator and believe you meet the illustrated criteria, apply today to join our clients’ growing machining department located in Leicester.

About us:
EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries.

We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role