Waterjet Operator, AD WARRIOR

Waterjet Operator

Location: Darton
Salary: £28,995 / year
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time
Shift pattern: Rotating shifts (Week 1: 5:45‑2:00 pm Monday‑Thursday, 6:00‑1:00 pm Friday; Week 2: 2:00‑12:00 pm Monday‑Thursday).
Require driving as no accessible bus routes serve the site.

Final date to receive applications: March 06, 2026

• Operate the waterjet machine to cut metal parts accurately and safely.
• Report any maintenance issues and record all required information correctly in the computer system.
• Seek ways to improve processes to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Handle all materials carefully to prevent damage or safety risks, following Health & Safety rules and company handling procedures.
• Ensure stock is used efficiently to reduce waste and meet company quality standards.
• Clearly label and identify all stock and customer parts according to company and customer requirements.
• Follow all Health & Safety regulations at all times to ensure the safety of yourself, colleagues, and visitors.

• Experience using waterjet or laser machines, or other machinery in the metal industry.
• Good understanding of how to handle materials safely and follow Health & Safety rules.
• Self‑motivated, reliable, and hardworking, with good basic maths skills.
• Comfortable using a computer.
• Able to use measuring tools such as vernier calipers and other precision equipment.

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + birthday off
• Health Cash Plan (following probation)
• Company bonus scheme
• Advantageous pension scheme
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Employee high street vouchers & discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational health & health surveillance
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas savings scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Wellbeing events
• Recognition Portal
• Rewards Portal
• Company events
• Company share schemes
• Christmas Closedown

Our company values are the fundamental principles that guide our organization’s actions, culture, and decision‑making processes. They were created by employees across all departments and levels, creating authentic values that reflect who we are and how we work together.

They operate a network of 8 sites with just under 500 employees across England and Northern Ireland, including Birmingham, Preston, Darton, Milton Keynes, and two sites in Belfast. We offer a wide range of metal material products such as stainless steel, aluminium, and mild steel, and provide services from fully welded and fabricated finished parts to bespoke flat products cut to exact sizes.

With extensive experience in aerospace, construction, architecture, automotive, and general engineering, we are part of a global organisation with around 480 locations in over 80 countries, the largest materials distributor and service provider in the western world.

They value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity.

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please follow the link provided to be redirected to our website to complete your application.