Manual Press Operative

Press Operative  Location: Long Eaton  Pay: Up to £16.00 per hour  Shift: Rotating Mornings and Afternoons  Job Type: Temporary with long-term potential We are currently recruiting for an experienced Hydraulic Press…

Pay rate £32,000 – £33,000/year
Job type Temporary
Posted 20 August 2026

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Press Operative 
Location: Long Eaton 
Pay: Up to £16.00 per hour 
Shift: Rotating Mornings and Afternoons 
Job Type: Temporary with long-term potential

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Hydraulic Press Operative to join a well-established manufacturing environment on a temporary basis, with the potential for the position to become long term.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience in press machining, ideally working with traditional/manual hydraulic press machines. This is a hands-on role and requires someone who is confident operating older-style manual press machinery and understands the importance of accuracy, quality and safe working practices.

The Role
Operating traditional/manual hydraulic press machines
Setting and operating presses to produce components to specification
Loading and positioning materials correctly
Carrying out press machining and forming operations
Checking components for quality and accuracy
Following drawings, specifications and production requirements
Maintaining a safe and tidy working environmentThe Ideal Candidate
Previous press machining experience is essential
Experience operating manual/older-style hydraulic presses
Confident working with press machinery without relying heavily on automated systems
Good understanding of press operations, tooling and material handling
Strong attention to detail and quality
Reliable, practical and hands-on approach
Comfortable working rotating shifts This is a great opportunity for an experienced Press Machinist / Hydraulic Press Operative looking for a role that could develop into a long-term position.

If you have genuine hands-on experience with manual hydraulic presses and press machining, please contact Sasha at (url removed)

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