Machine Operative

An autonomous role, this specialist manufacturer is looking for a Machine Operative to join its friendly team on a permanent basis.

What’s in it for you?

• Work hours: Monday to Thursday 9am - 5pm and Friday 9am - 4pm with ½ hour lunch
• Salary: Circa £24,000
• Holidays:20 plus stats with Christmas shutdown as an addition to Holidays

Machine Operative Responsibilities:

• Use onsite machinery to manufacture specialist products as required by the customer
• Package and prepare customer orders, ensuring all orders are correct and well-presented
• Ensure all sales orders are completed to customer timelines
• Maintain high production standards, looking for ways to improve processes
• Report any issues or potential issues to the General Manager
• Manage stock and waste, ensuring all stock and waste is recorded and stored correctly
• Comply with all health and safety processes, and ensure the correct PPE is utilised
• Undertake any other duties within the workshop as required

Machine Operative Skills and Experience:

• Confident using machinery such as guillotines, disc cutters, fly presses and circular saws
• Good understanding of manufacturing practices and good working practices
• Able to make basic calculations around metal dimensions and specifications
• Flexible in your approach, happy to undertake additional tasks and work extended hours when required
• A team player who can be relied upon and is highly organised
• A driving licence is preferable as is a Forklift license, but this is not essential