Press Brake Operator - Dungannon - Mallaghan

Description

Press Brake Operator - Night Shift

Mallaghan Dungannon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

About Mallaghan

Founded in the 1960s by Terry Mallaghan as a civil engineering firm, Mallaghan has grown through decades of dedication, innovation, and craftsmanship into a leading global manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment. We design and manufacture a wide range of specialist equipment — including hi‑lifts, aircraft maintenance platforms, passenger stairs, and deicers — supporting aviation partners worldwide. Headquartered in Dungannon with an additional manufacturing facility in Newnan, Georgia, we employ more than 400 people globally.

Role Overview & Purpose

As a valued member of our Cutting Shop team, you will play a vital role in the production process. You will be responsible for ensuring all components are cut accurately and on schedule, helping the business meet its production targets and maintain the highest quality standards.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and understand engineering drawings
• Operate the press brake machine to bend and shape metal to specification
• Inspect fresh sheet metal for any imperfections or quality issues
• Monitor metal quality as it is being shaped and identify and report drawing errors
• Meet set targets while working on the production lineAdhere to strict quality targets
• Unload components onto pallets and label correctly
• Carry out routine maintenance and calibration of machines
• Work as part of a team to develop continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance to all general site rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Any other duties as required by management to suit business needs
• Adhere to our ISO 9001 Quality management system
• Adhere to company health and safety procedures

Hours of Work

Monday – Thursday, 6 pm to 6 am (12‑hour shifts)

Overtime is paid after 41.5 hours, with a competitive rate and a 20% night‑shift allowance.

Required Experience

• Experience using a press brake machine is essential

Benefits

• Competitive rates and overtime
• Health Cash Plan
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Discounted high street, gym membership and insurance
• Long‑service awards
• Social events
• Cycle‑to‑work and tech scheme
• On‑site parking

Only candidates living in Northern Ireland and who are authorized to work in the UK can be considered.

Join Mallaghan Engineering as a Press Operator – Night Shift and be part of shaping the future of aviation support solutions. Apply now to start your journey with us and help keep the world moving

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing