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Press Setter Operator Location: Coventry, Ansty Park Monday - Thurs, (06:00 - 14:00) Fri, 06:00 - 12:45. Mon - Thurs, (14:00 - 22:15) Fri, (12:45 - 18:15). Salary: 42,000 - 43,800 Are you a hands-on Press Setter or Machine Operator who enjoys working with complex, mechanical equipment rather than fully automated systems? We're looking for an experienced setter or operator to join a highly skilled manufacturing team producing precision heat exchange components used in aerospace airflow testing systems. This is not a 'press button and walk away' role - you'll be working with a unique, legacy mechanical press system that requires real skill, judgement, and problem-solving ability. What You'll Be Working On You'll be operating and setting the legacy Kinteck mechanical press system, which uses a 90-tooth indexing mechanism requiring manual adjustment for each production programme. Your work will include: Setting and adjusting press tooling and machine parameters Changing gear/tooth positions on top and bottom systems per job Monitoring air and oil flow systems ('air thin / oil thin' controls) Resetting machine indexing systems when airflow or cycle conditions change Running coil-based production processes Ensuring consistent, high-quality output This is a role for someone who understands machines mechanically - not just digitally. What We're Looking For We want experienced operators who take pride in precision engineering and can think on their feet. Essential: Proven experience as a Press Setter / Press Operator Strong mechanical understanding of press systems Ability to use measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges) Experience in automotive, aerospace, or precision engineering NVQ in Press Setting OR equivalent hands-on experience TPBN1_UKTJ