Peeler​/Skilled Machine Operator

Peeler / Skilled Machine Operator

Shift Pattern:
Rotating shifts, up to and including 21-shift system

Hours:

42 hours per week

Salary:
Circa £34,000 per annum + shift allowance

Adept is recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing client for a Peeler / Skilled Machine Operator. This is a skilled, hands‑on position responsible for the set‑up, operation, and ownership of peeling machinery and associated equipment, supporting the production of high‑quality metal products in a safety‑critical manufacturing environment.

• Set up and operate peeling machines and ancillary equipment, including saws
• Carry out in‑process inspection to ensure quality and dimensional compliance
• Manage swarf removal and maintain safe, clean working areas
• Safely move materials using cranes, FLTs, and side loaders
• Work flexibly across shifts to support production demand and absence cover
• Actively participate in company‑led initiatives relating to safety, quality, and performance
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities, including problem solving, method improvement, efficiency data collection, and set‑up reduction
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping (5S)
• Carry out operator‑level machine maintenance, including pre‑start checks, lubrication, and clean‑down
• Train and support other team members as required
• Complete effective and efficient shift handovers

• 5 GCSEs at grades A‑C (or equivalent); relevant industrial experience will also be considered
• Proven experience in a machining or heavy manufacturing environment
• Experience working with metal and complex alloys
• Demonstrable ability to take ownership of machines, processes, and standards
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

• Team‑focused with a willingness to share knowledge
• Accountable, reliable, and disciplined in applying standards
• Comfortable using data to support decision making
• Pride in maintaining a safe, organised, and efficient workplace
• Excellent timekeeping and attendance
• Flexible, driven, and able to work to tight deadlines