Job Description:
Wiltech Acoustics – now proudly part of Rehlko (formerly Kohler Energy) – is entering an exciting phase of growth and investment. Now integrated into Rehlko’s global energy-resilience group, Wiltech continues to build on its reputation as a leading UK specialist in acoustic canopies, generator enclosures, and industrial noise-control engineering.
Based in Loughborough, our manufacturing facility handles everything in-house – from raw material processing to welding, fabrication, painting, and full assembly of bespoke acoustic units. Joining Wiltech now means becoming part of a strengthened, well-funded and expanding organisation, with new opportunities created through the Rehlko transition.
We are currently looking for an experienced and proactive Press Brake Charge Hand to lead our Press Brake department, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are consistently achieved.
Responsibilities
Act as the primary point of contact for all activities within the Press Brake area.
Lead, support, and coordinate the day-to-day activities of Press Brake Operators to ensure safe and efficient production.
Plan and manage workload in line with production schedules and project priorities.
Set up and operate Bystronic and Gigabend CNC press brake machinery as required.
Allocate work, monitor progress, and ensure components are manufactured in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
Carry out first-off inspections and support operators with quality checks throughout production.
Ensure all finished products meet Wiltech’s quality standards and customer requirements.
Monitor machine performance and coordinate maintenance requirements, reporting breakdowns or downtime as required.
Organise materials and ensure work is prepared and available to maintain smooth production flow.
Communicate project requirements, workloads, and priorities with Team Leaders and Production Management.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to maximise productivity, quality, and efficiency.
Manage and document variations or changes to production requirements.
Respond promptly to day-to-day production queries and technical challenges.
Maintain the highest standards of housekeeping within the Press Brake area.
Ensure full compliance with Wiltech Acoustics Ltd.’s ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards and procedures.
Ensure all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements are met, including adherence to RAMS, company policies, and PPE requirements.
Raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), ensuring issues are investigated, lessons learned are shared, and actions are closed out within agreed timescales.
Support training and development of team members, promoting a positive and high-performing working environment.
Carry out general workshop duties and provide support to other manufacturing departments when required.
Preferred Qualities
Proven experience setting and operating CNC press brake machinery, ideally Bystronic and/or Gigabend.
Previous experience in a Charge Hand, Lead Operator, Team Leader, or supervisory role within a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Experience within bespoke metal fabrication and manufacturing environments.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet production deadlines.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed production decisions.
Positive attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement and team development.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
High standards of quality, safety, and housekeeping.
Forklift licence desirable but not essential.
What We Offer
25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
Private Healthcare Coverage
Career Progression Opportunities
Death in Service Benefit
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Retention Bonus
Overtime Opportunities with Enhanced…