Machine Operative (CNC) – Full Time – Old Snydale

Catering; Normanton; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Fixed shifts no rotation

Immediate starts available

Permanent opportunities

Excellent staff retention

Job summary

Client in Normanton is seeking an experienced Machine Operative to operate production machinery in a fixed shifts environment. The role offers a permanent opportunity with a leading manufacturer and a competitive hourly rate with a shift premium.

Shifts are Fixed Early 6:00am-2:00pm or Fixed Afternoon 2:00pm-10:00pm, with a £1.00 per hour premium for the latter. On-site parking and a modern production facility are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating experience in manufacturing or production.
• CNC, woodworking or similar machinery experience is highly relevant.
• Good mechanical awareness and confidence around machinery.
• Ability to follow instructions and production specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a production team.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating production machinery.
• Loading materials and components into machines.
• Monitoring machinery throughout the production process.
• Making permitted machine adjustments when required.
• Working from job sheets and production specifications.
• Carrying out quality checks and measurements.
• Identifying and reporting machine faults or quality issues.
• Working efficiently to achieve production targets.
• Keeping machinery and work areas clean, safe and organised.
• Following all site health and safety procedures.

Skills

Machine operation

CNC experience

Woodworking machinery

Attention to detail

Health and safety

Job description

Machine Operative

Are you an experienced Machine Operative with CNC, woodworking or similar machine experience looking for a permanent opportunity with a leading manufacturer?

Location: Normanton, WF6 Pay: Hourly rate to be confirmed DOE Plus £1.00 per hour shift premium for the fixed 2:00pm - 10:00pm shift

• State-of-the-art manufacturing facility
• On-site parking
• Fixed shifts no rotation
• Immediate starts available
• Genuine permanent opportunities
• Excellent staff retention and long-term career prospects

• Previous machine operating experience within manufacturing
• CNC, woodworking or similar machinery experience welcomed
• Good attention to detail and quality
• Strong health and safety awareness
• Reliable with a positive, hands-on attitude

Hours: Fixed Early Shift: 6:00am - 2:00pm OR Fixed Afternoon Shift: 2:00pm - 10:00pm (+£1.00 per hour shift premium)

Are you a skilled Machine Operative who knows their way around production machinery? Whether your background is in CNC machinery, woodworking equipment or a similar machine-based manufacturing environment, this could be an excellent next move. Due to continued growth across three successful business areas, our client is looking to add experienced Machine Operatives to their established manufacturing team.

Working from a modern, purpose-built facility, you’ll be responsible for operating production machinery safely and efficiently while ensuring products are manufactured to the required quality standards.

If you’re an experienced Machine Operative with transferable skills from CNC, woodworking or another machinery-based environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating production machinery
• Loading materials and components into machines
• Monitoring machinery throughout the production process
• Making permitted machine adjustments when required
• Working from job sheets and production specifications
• Carrying out quality checks and measurements
• Identifying and reporting machine faults or quality issues
• Working efficiently to achieve production targets
• Keeping machinery and work areas clean, safe and organised
• Following all site health and safety procedures

Essential Qualifications/Skills

• Previous experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or production environment
• CNC, woodworking or similar machine experience is highly relevant
• Good mechanical awareness and confidence around machinery
• Ability to follow instructions and production specifications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work effectively as part of a production team

Salary: £12.71 - £15.00/hour

Job Type: Contract

Location: Normanton