Press Setter – Manufacturing

About the role

We are seeking a Press Setter to join our client’s manufacturing team in Slough. The role involves setting up and operating press machinery to ensure safe, precise production of closure liners and flexible packaging. You will work Monday‑Friday on a rotating shift schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Prioritise safety for yourself and colleagues at all times.
• Exchange press tooling efficiently following Syteline instructions.
• Set tooling to required specifications with high precision.
• Maintain a clean work area, removing excess tooling and ancillaries.
• Check guarding and emergency stops during setups.
• Load the line and verify first‑off quality before handing over to operators.
• Log work times on the press using Rhombus.
• Uphold product quality standards throughout production runs.
• Assist the department as needed, including acting as an operator or packer.
• Maintain BRC hygiene standards on the shop floor.
• Ensure necessary materials are available for uninterrupted operation.
• Develop skills on the universal grinding machine.
• Collaborate respectfully with all team members.

Required profile

• Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude.
• Previous press‑setting experience is desirable.
• Basic computer literacy for record‑keeping.
• Organised and tidy approach to work.
• Manual press experience is essential.
• Knowledge of press tooling or material is a plus.

Required skills

• Press tooling
• Syteline
• Rhombus
• Universal grinding machine operation

What we offer

• Permanent contract with a rotating shift schedule.
• Hourly rate £20‑£21 (£39,000‑£40,950 per year).
• 3% pension contribution (if employee contributes 5%).
• 25 days annual leave.
• Supportive team environment in a global packaging manufacturer.