Machine Operative

Pay: £13.50–£15.53 per hour
Contract: Manufacturing / Production
Shifts: Monday–Friday, rotating weekly
Overtime: Available at enhanced rates

We’re looking for a reliable and hands-on Machine Operative to join a busy manufacturing team, producing high-quality standard and bespoke metal fixings.

You’ll be responsible for operating power presses, metal-forming machinery and cutting equipment, ensuring products meet quality standards while maintaining a safe, efficient and productive working environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone with manufacturing or machine operating experience who takes pride in their work and has a keen eye for detail.

Monday–Friday – weekly rotating shifts:

• 06:00–14:00: £13.50 per hour
• 14:00–22:00: £15.53 per hour
• Overtime: Available at enhanced rates

• Machine Operation: Operate power presses, metal-forming and cutting equipment to manufacture products to specification.
• Production: Meet production schedules and ensure the correct quantities are manufactured.
• Quality Control: Complete first-off, in-process and final inspections to ensure products meet required standards.
• Material Handling: Identify, stack, pack and transfer components safely between production processes.
• Machine Maintenance: Carry out routine checks, maintain equipment and report any faults or issues promptly.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor production speeds, tooling condition and quality, reporting concerns to the Shift Supervisor.
• Stock Control: Ensure packaging materials and consumables are replenished when required.
• Scrap Management: Safely segregate, dispose of and record production waste.
• Continuous Improvement: Support initiatives to improve efficiency, productivity and working practices.

• Follow all quality procedures and ensure products meet required specifications.
• Identify and report defective products, taking corrective action where appropriate.
• Follow all site health and safety procedures and wear the required PPE.
• Complete daily machine safety checks, including relevant PUWER inspections.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Report accidents, near misses and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Only operate machinery for which you have received the appropriate training.

• Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience would be advantageous.
• Experience working with power presses, metal-forming or cutting equipment would be beneficial.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work.
• A reliable, proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A strong understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Flexibility to support different production areas when required.