Night Shift Brake Press Operator Opportunity-Reading- £17.50/hr

Reference: Brake press operator_1785771274

Currently recruiting for a Night Shift Setter position with a well-established manufacturing company based in Reading. Based on your experience, I thought this opportunity might be of interest to you.

Position: Night Shift Setter

Location: Reading, UK
Shift: Sunday to Thursday, 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Salary & Benefits

  • £15.00 - £17.50 per hour (depending on experience)
  • 20% night shift premium for hours worked between 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
  • Paid for a 40-hour working week, while actual working hours are 37.5 hours, as the daily 30-minute break is paid.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set and operate CNC perforating and punch presses.
  • Produce high-quality components while meeting production targets.
  • Carry out quality checks in line with ISO procedures.
  • Support the Shift Team Leader when required.
  • Maintain high housekeeping and health & safety standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement within the manufacturing team.
  • Assist in training and developing team members.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience in Punch Press Setting (highly preferred).
  • Candidates with CNC Setter experience will also be considered if they have the right mechanical background.
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
  • Mechanical aptitude and ability to read technical drawings.
  • Experience using measuring equipment such as micrometres and verniers.
  • Good PC skills.
  • Excellent written and spoken English.

Desirable Experience

  • Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
  • Forklift licence or experience.
  • Knowledge of SMED, 5S, or continuous improvement practices.
  • Power Press Regulations Certificate or First Aid qualification.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

  • Reliable and has dependable transport or lives locally.
  • Comfortable working permanent night shifts and flexible to work day shifts when required.
  • Committed with a stable work history.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • A strong team player with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.

If you have relevant experience and would like to find out more about this opportunity, I'd be happy to discuss the role with you. Please reply to this email or send your updated CV to [email protected].

Also, if you know someone who could be a good fit, I'd really appreciate a referral. Proactive Global offers a £150 referral reward for successful placements (T&Cs apply). I look forward to hearing from you 😊


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£15.00 - £17.50
Per hour
GBP15 - GBP17.50 per hour
Added 03/08/2026
Reference: Brake press operator_1785771274

Night Shift Brake Press Operator Opportunity-Reading- £17.50/hr

Reading, England, United Kingdom Permanent Process & Manufacturing Engineering

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