ASHTON REED RECRUITMENT LIMITED

About the Role Laser Expertise is looking for an experienced Press Brake Setter to join our growing manufacturing team. This is a hands-on role for someone who can confidently set and operate CNC press brakes, interpret engineering drawings and produce high-quality folded components to tight tolerances. Working within a busy fabrication environment, you will be responsible for setting machines, bending a variety of materials and ensuring all work meets the required quality standards. Key Responsibilities Set and operate CNC press brake machines safely and efficiently. Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications. Select the correct tooling and machine settings for each job. Produce high-quality folded and bent components to specification. Carry out first-off inspections and regular quality checks during production. Measure components using engineering measuring equipment including verniers, rulers and angle gauges. Adjust machine settings where required to maintain quality and accuracy. Work to production schedules and achieve agreed output targets. Identify quality issues and report any machine faults or production concerns. Ensure work areas remain clean, organised and safe. Follow all company health & safety procedures. Support colleagues and assist with other fabrication duties where required. Skills & Experience Essential Previous experience as a Press Brake Setter / Operator. Experience setting and operating CNC press brakes. Confident carrying out bending operations on a range of materials and thicknesses. Ability to read and understand engineering drawings. Experience selecting tooling and programming or adjusting machine settings. Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances. Good understanding of fabrication processes. Excellent attention to detail. Reliable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable Experience with Amada, Bystronic, Trumpf or similar press brake machinery. Counterbalance Forklift Licence. Crane or lifting equipment experience. Fabrication or sheet metal background.

About the Role Laser Expertise is looking for an experienced and motivated Laser Cutter Supervisor to lead our day shift laser cutting department. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong laser cutting experience and proven leadership skills to oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the department while ensuring the highest standards of quality, productivity and safety. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising the laser cutting team, ensuring production targets are achieved, maintaining quality standards and supporting continuous improvement across the department. Key Responsibilities Supervise the day-to-day operation of the laser cutting department. Lead, motivate and support a team of laser operators and production staff. Ensure daily production schedules are achieved safely, efficiently and on time. Allocate work and monitor workload across the team. Set up and operate laser cutting machinery where required. Carry out first-off inspections and ensure products meet customer specifications. Monitor quality throughout production and address any issues promptly. Minimise downtime by identifying production issues and implementing solutions. Work closely with Programming, Production Planning, Quality and Operations to ensure smooth workflow. Train, coach and develop members of the team. Conduct return to work meetings, probation reviews and day-to-day people management where required. Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained within the department. Promote and maintain a positive health and safety culture, ensuring all safe working procedures are followed. Report machinery issues and liaise with the maintenance team where necessary. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and productivity. Support recruitment and induction of new employees when required. Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience supervising a laser cutting department or manufacturing team. Extensive experience operating industrial laser cutting machinery. Strong understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes. Excellent knowledge of sheet metal fabrication. Proven ability to manage workloads and prioritise production requirements. Strong leadership and people management skills. Good communication and organisational skills. Quality-focused with excellent attention to detail. Good problem-solving ability. Computer literate.

WLR Precision Engineering is seeking an experienced and motivated CNC Miller & Programmer to join our growing manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines to manufacture precision engineered components to the highest quality standards while maintaining safety, quality and efficiency. Key ResponsibilitiesProgramming Create, edit and optimise CNC milling programmes using CAD/CAM software and machine controls. Produce first-off components to drawing specifications. Modify and improve existing programmes to reduce cycle times. Maintain programme documentation and backups. Setting & Operating Set and operate CNC milling machines. Select suitable tooling, fixtures and workholding. Produce one-off and batch components to engineering drawings. Carry out tool changes and offsets. Quality Inspect components using verniers, micrometers, bore gauges and height gauges. Complete first-off inspections. Report any non-conformances immediately. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and quality. Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives. Health, Safety & Housekeeping Follow all Health & Safety procedures. Wear required PPE. Maintain excellent housekeeping and routine machine maintenance. Person SpecificationEssential Previous experience as a CNC Miller. Experience programming CNC milling machines. Ability to read engineering drawings. Strong attention to detail. Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Hours 37.5 Role Purpose We are seeking a skilled and motivated Wet Paint & Powder Coating Operative to join our busy Paint Shop. This role involves preparing and finishing fabricated steel, aluminium and stainless-steel components using both industrial wet paint and powder coating systems. The successful candidate will work to the high standards expected by our customers across the defence, rail, nuclear and engineering sectors, ensuring every product meets strict quality specifications and customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, take pride in producing high-quality finishes and be committed to maintaining safe working practices at all times. Key Responsibilities Prepare fabricated components for painting through cleaning, degreasing, sanding, masking and surface preparation. Apply industrial wet paint coatings using conventional and air-assisted spray equipment. Apply powder coatings using electrostatic spray systems. Operate curing ovens safely and efficiently. Mix paints and coatings in accordance with manufacturers' specifications. Ensure correct paint thickness, finish and colour are achieved. Inspect components before, during and after painting to ensure they meet customer quality requirements. Identify and rectify coating defects where possible. Carry out rework when required. Read and follow engineering drawings, work instructions and paint specifications. Complete production records and quality documentation accurately. Maintain paint shop equipment and ensure spray booths are kept clean and serviceable. Support colleagues across fabrication, welding and assembly departments where required. Ensure customer delivery deadlines are achieved without compromising quality. MOD & Quality Standards The successful candidate will be expected to: Work to exacting customer specifications, including Ministry of Defence (MOD) standards where applicable. Follow documented paint processes and work instructions. Produce consistently high-quality cosmetic finishes. Carry out visual inspections and coating checks. Measure coating thickness where required. Support compliance with ISO 9001 quality standards. Ensure all work is completed Right First Time. MUST BE A BRITISH CITIZEN Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience in industrial wet painting and/or powder coating. Experience preparing metal fabrications for painting. Excellent attention to detail. Good understanding of industrial paint processes. Ability to work from engineering drawings and specifications. Good communication and teamwork skills. Reliable with a strong work ethic. Ability to work to production deadlines whilst maintaining quality.

Job Purpose To produce high-quality printed products using manual and semi-automatic screen printing equipment, ensuring all work meets customer specifications, company quality standards and production deadlines. The successful candidate will work across a range of printed products including industrial nameplates, labels, decals, signs and bespoke printed components for customers within sectors including aerospace, automotive and manufacturing. Rudd Macnamara prints onto a wide range of metal and plastic substrates using semi-automatic screen printing equipment and maintains AS9100 and ISO9001 quality standards. Key Responsibilities Screen Printing Set up manual and semi-automatic screen printing machines. Prepare screens, inks and substrates ready for production. Mix inks to customer specifications and colour requirements. Print onto a variety of materials including: Other plastic substrates Ensure correct registration and colour accuracy. Carry out print runs efficiently whilst maintaining quality standards. Complete first-off inspections before commencing production. Quality Inspect printed products throughout production. Ensure all work meets customer drawings and specifications. Identify print defects including: Mis-registration Colour variation Ink contamination Smudging Pinholes Poor adhesion Complete quality documentation where required. Report quality concerns immediately. Support AS9100 and ISO9001 quality systems. Skills & Experience Essential Previous experience within screen printing or print production. Good attention to detail. Excellent colour recognition. Ability to read production paperwork and work instructions. Good manual dexterity. Ability to work accurately under pressure. Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Good communication skills. Reliable and punctual. MUST have a minimum of 6 months screen printing experience