Machine Operator

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 444410
  • PublishDate iconJob Published: 27/07/2026
  • JobType iconForm of employment: Temporary
  • salaryRate iconSalary: £17.84 - £17.84 Per hour
  • domain iconIndustry: Manufacturing
  • type iconJob Type: Full Time


Join a supportive and safety-focused manufacturing environment where your work directly contributes to producing high-quality parts. This role offers a clear, hands-on pathway to develop your machine operating skills, apply practical judgement on the shop floor, and take ownership of product quality. You'll work with established operating procedures and receive moderate direction, ideal for someone who enjoys working independently while knowing when to ask for support.

Job Responsibilities

  • Set up production machines in line with written or verbal instructions and general operating procedures.
  • Load raw material into machines safely and accurately.
  • Manually operate machines to perform operations and produce parts.
  • Monitor production runs and apply judgement to identify issues or problems that may affect output.
  • Unload finished product from the machine and prepare items for the next stage of production.
  • Maintain control over product quality by following operating standards and checking outputs as required.
  • Complete basic data entry and record relevant production information using computer systems where required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Good mechanical aptitude and practical mechanical skills.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
  • Some judgement and selectivity to ensure correct operation and consistent quality.
  • Experience or confidence working with production machinery and performing routine machine set-ups.
  • Strong attention to detail to support quality control responsibilities.
  • Basic data entry and computer proficiency (preferred).
  • Ability to work safely in a production environment and follow standard operating procedures.
  • Good timekeeping and reliability to support continuous production schedules.

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