Location
Basingstoke, Hampshire, England
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
06/05/2026
Closing date
03/06/2026
Press Brake Operator | Basingstoke | £14ph + £3.50 shift allowance
Are you an experienced Press Brake Operator looking for a stable night-shift role within Manufacturing and Fabrication ?
This Press Brake Operator position offers structured hours, clear processes and a strong focus on quality and safety.
If you thrive in a fast-paced production environment and enjoy hands-on technical work, this Press Brake Operator opportunity could be ideal.
As a Press Brake Operator, you will benefit from:
Consistent night-shift working with a clearly defined routine
A structured role within a just-in-time Fabrication environment
Clear setup documentation with supervisor support available when required
Opportunities to develop cross-functional skills across fabrication processes
A safety-focused workplace with established standards and procedures
Autonomy to manage workload while meeting quality and production targets
As a Press Brake Operator, your responsibilities will include:
Setting up and operating CNC-controlled hydraulic press brakes for routine production work
Selecting, loading and setting tooling using setup documents and supervisor guidance
Producing components to agreed quality and time standards
Accurately recording time and completed work using an online production system
Handling materials and finished components using forklifts and overhead cranes
Supporting basic fault-finding, quality reporting and operator-level preventative maintenance
As a Press Brake Operator, your experience will include:
Previous experience in Press Brake Operation or metal press forming
Background within a Manufacturing or Fabrication environment
Ability to read and understand Engineering Drawings and shop documentation
Competence in basic dimensional measuring and shop maths
Forklift operation experience, with overhead crane use advantageous
This Press Brake Operator role is based in Basingstoke and operates on a night shift with the following hours:
16:00 shift start
18:15 to 18:30 first tea break
21:30 to 22:00 unpaid lunch break
00:00 to 00:15 second tea break
02:00 shift finish
The role is carried out in a fast-paced industrial environment requiring full PPE, including hearing protection, eye protection and steel-toed footwear.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and build long-term stability as a Press Brake Operator , apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Ella Deeley at Rubicon for more information.