Machine Operative

Machine Operative

Location: Gateshead

Hours: Rotating shifts: 7am‑3pm / 3pm‑11pm / 11pm‑7am

Pay: £12.80 per hour

Job Type: Temp to Perm opportunity

Westray Recruitment Group is recruiting Machine Operatives for a client based in Gateshead. This role suits someone who enjoys a fast‑paced production environment and seeks a long‑term career in manufacturing.

• £12.80 per hour
• Temp to Perm opportunity for the right candidate
• Full training and ongoing support
• Rotating shift pattern: 7am‑3pm / 3pm‑11pm / 11pm‑7am
• Friday Greggs food delivery
• Family fun days
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a growing manufacturing business
• Supportive team environment with long‑term career potential

Our client is a nationwide manufacturer based in Tanfield, operating since 2016. They supply the packaging supply chain and produce over 300 million units, making them a key player in their sector. The family‑owned, forward‑thinking organisation focuses on innovation, quality and continuous improvement. They are looking for reliable and motivated operatives to join their production team.

As a Machine Operative, you will operate machinery, check finished products and ensure all goods meet quality standards before they are packed and sent out. Your duties include:

• Operating production machinery safely and efficiently
• Quality checking products to ensure they meet required standards
• Identifying and reporting any defects or issues
• Packing finished goods in a fast‑paced production environment
• Lifting and handling stock as part of the production process
• Completing basic production paperwork
• Keeping your work area clean, tidy and safe
• Supporting the wider team to meet production targets

• Experience working in a production, packing or manufacturing environment
• A good eye for detail and quality
• The ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good reliability and timekeeping
• The ability to lift and handle stock
• Flexibility to support business needs when required

This role offers training, ongoing support, a chance to become a permanent team member and the stability and progression you may be seeking.