Bandsaw Operative

Thorn Baker Industrial; Duckmanton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm

Training opportunities

Career progression

Stable hours

Job summary

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment, on behalf of a leading precision engineering company in Markham Vale, is seeking experienced bandsaw operatives. If you have a background in manufacturing, engineering, or metal cutting, this temp-to-perm role offers stable full-time hours and clear progression.

You will operate horizontal bandsaw machinery, set up and monitor tools per drawings, perform quality checks, and follow safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a bandsaw operative, saw operator, or machine operator.
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, or metal cutting.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Comfortable with manual handling and heavy materials.
• Knowledge of health & safety in a manufacturing environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-focused.

Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal bandsaw machinery to cut metal materials to precise specifications
• Set up, adjust, and monitor saws in line with technical drawings and cutting lists
• Process a range of metals and alloys accurately and efficiently
• Perform quality checks using measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges)
• Follow strict health & safety procedures and wear PPE at all times
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Work as part of a team to meet production targets and deadlines

Skills

Bandsaw operation

Manual handling

Reading drawings

Tools

Bandsaw machinery

Measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges)

Job description

Bandsaw Operative / Saw Operator / Machine Operative - Markham Vale

Location: Markham Vale

Pay: £13.27 - £13.84 per hour + Overtime

Hours: Monday - Thursday, 6:00am - 3:30pm

Temp to Perm Opportunity

Immediate Start Available

Are you an experienced bandsaw operative, saw operator, or machine operative with a background in manufacturing, engineering, or metal cutting?

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading precision engineering company in Markham Vale to recruit skilled and reliable bandsaw operators. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in metal cutting, manufacturing, or machine operation who are looking for long-term, stable employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal bandsaw machinery to cut metal materials to precise specifications
• Set up, adjust, and monitor saws in line with technical drawings and cutting lists
• Process a range of metals and alloys accurately and efficiently
• Perform quality checks using measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges)
• Follow strict health & safety procedures and wear PPE at all times
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Work as part of a team to meet production targets and deadlines

Pay & Benefits

• £13.27 per hour (rising to £13.84 after probation)
• Time and a half (weekdays & Saturdays)
• Double time (Sundays & Bank Holidays)

Benefits

• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• Ongoing training and development
• Clear career progression pathways
• Stable, full-time hours with a strong work-life balance

Requirements

• Proven experience as a bandsaw operative, saw operator, or machine operator
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, or metal cutting
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Comfortable with manual handling and working with heavy materials
• Knowledge of health & safety in a manufacturing environment
• Reliable, punctual, and team-focused