Job Description:

Rolling Mill Setter / Operator (Cold Roll Forming)

Salary: £16.47 – £18.48 per hour (inclusive of 22% shift allowance)
Hours: 39 hours per week | Permanent, Full-Time
Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts

• Week 1: Mon–Thu 6:00am–2:00pm | Fri 6:00am–1:00pm
• Week 2: Mon–Thu 2:00pm–10:00pm | Fri 1:00pm–8:00pm

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Rolling Mill Setter / Operator with strong background in cold roll forming to join a busy manufacturing environment.

You will be responsible for setting, operating, and maintaining roll forming machinery and presses, ensuring efficient production output, high-quality standards, and minimal downtime.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong engineering knowledge, machine setting experience, and a background in fast-paced production environments.

⚙️ Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate cold roll forming mills, presses, and production machinery
• Carry out machine set-ups to achieve first-time quality production runs
• Monitor production output and ensure target rates are achieved
• Inspect finished parts to ensure compliance with quality standards
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic machine issues during production
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately
• Maintain high standards of 5S housekeeping and cleanliness
• Follow strict Health & Safety procedures at all times
• Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in cold roll forming / mill setting
• Strong experience setting and operating roll forming equipment
• Experience with presses and ancillary production machinery
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings (advantageous)
• Strong understanding of production targets, quality control, and efficiency
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing setting

⭐ Desirable Experience

• Press setting experience
• Experience in metal fabrication or heavy manufacturing
• Continuous improvement / lean manufacturing exposure

What Success Looks Like

• Consistent achievement of production targets
• High-quality output with minimal rejects
• Safe working practices with zero harm mindset
• Reduced downtime and efficient machine setup
• Clean, organised, and efficient production area

Benefits Package

• 25 days annual leave + Christmas shutdown
• Company bonus scheme
• Company pension
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Discounted gym membership
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Employee assistance programme
• Cash health plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Training & development opportunities
• Recognition awards
• Flu vaccination vouchers
• Cyber security training

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