Production​/Machine Operator

Our client is looking to recruit a number of Production/Machine Operators into their manufacturing team near Lymington due to an increase in orders and work volumes.

• Manufacture materials in line with customer specifications
• Operate and monitor machinery and ancillary equipment
• Ensure timely and efficient completion of production tasks
• Accurately record production data and material usage
• Contribute to ongoing company-wide and local continuous improvement initiatives

• Operate machinery and associated equipment according to defined procedures
• Maintain machine run rates to maximise efficiencies
• Monitor and verify product quality throughout the production process
• Ensure final product meets all required quality specifications
• Perform machine cleanouts and maintenance of equipment and ancillary systems
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free work area
• Record daily production activities and relevant process data accurately
• Report on production metrics including output, downtime, changeovers, and other key data

• Proficient in English (reading, writing, and basic numeracy)
• Able to interpret detailed work instructions, batch cards, and quality documentation
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Willingness and ability to be trained on extrusion and ancillary equipment
• Reliable, safety‑conscious, and detail‑oriented

Weekly rotating pattern: 6am – 2pm (Monday to Thursday) and 6am – 11am (Friday). 2pm – 10pm (Monday to Thursday) and 11am – 4pm (Friday).

These are temp‑to‑perm opportunities dependent upon individual performance and continued strength of the customer order book.

£13.00 per hour (rising based on performance to over £14.00 per hour)