Machine Operator –Cutting and Trimming Machine

Nights Shift

Trainee positions also available

Starting £12.18 progressing through skill level to potentially reach £13.35

Night shift 38.5hrs – 3.5 nights on 3.5 nights off

Monday to Wednesday 6.30pm to 6.30am & Thursday 6.30pm to 10.30pm. (Break 12.30am to 1am).

Are you looking for a new opportunity for a great forward thinking growing company in Blandford! Our client has been established for 50 years with over 252 employees and looking to add an additional 30+ people to assist with their growth and demand.

Working 38.5 hours Monday to Thursday with the opportunity to work overtime.

Overtime is calculated weekly and is paid once 38.5hrs worked first 3hrs at Tx1.4 then Tx1.5.

In addition to a good pay rate, we have a great company pension scheme with life assurance, 33 days holiday, and a medical insurance scheme. Opportunities for training development & job progression.

Company uniform, PPE provided, Free hot drinks from vending machine and free car parking.

Main Duties for the Machine Operator

• Setting up machines to start production activities.
• Loading the machine with metal materials and positioning to cut or trim the product
• Controlling and adjusting machine settings ( e.g., speed).
• Completion of daily maintenance machine checklist .
• Ensure work is accurate and planned work is achieved.
• Maintain a clean working area and environment.
• Recording output and scrap accurately.
• Adhere to the company health and safety guidelines to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
• Be proactive in communicating any problems or opportunities for improvement to a team leader, supervisor, or manager to ensure speedy resolution.

General Competencies of the Machine Operator

• Previous experience as a machine operator Ideal but full training given
• Strong attention to detail and result-driven approach
• Good communication skills
• Understanding of production procedures
• Adherence to health and safety regulations
• Flexible approach to tasks
• Ability to work in a team as well as being self-motivated and able to work on own initiative.
• Basic/good PC skills
• The ability to follow instructions

This is a great opportunity for the right person with the willingness to progress within the business and upskill in other areas where availability opens up.

Machine Operator – Cut/Trim Machine