Guillotine Operator

Pertemps Dudley Industrial; Dudley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Long-term ongoing work

Day shift

Job summary

Pertemps Dudley Industrial is seeking a Guillotine Operator in Cradley to join a busy manufacturing team. You will set and run guillotine machinery, cut sheet metal and steel to precise measurements, reading drawings and checking dimensions.

The role is full-time, temp-to-perm, with a day shift from 8am to 4pm. A valid Overhead Crane Licence is essential, and you must follow Health & Safety procedures on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating guillotine machinery in manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and meet tight tolerances.
• Valid Overhead Crane Licence and a strong commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set guillotine machinery to size specs.
• Cut sheet metal and steel to required dimensions.
• Read measurements, drawings and job specifications.
• Inspect finishes and ensure accurate production.
• Use overhead crane to lift, move and position materials.
• Maintain clean, safe working environment; follow H&S procedures.
• Meet production schedules.

Skills

Guillotine operation

Read drawings

Attention to measurements

Tools

Overhead Crane

Job description

Pertemps Dudley Industrial seeks a Guillotine Operator in Cradley, paying £13 to £14 hourly on a full-time, temp-to-perm basis. Working Monday through Friday, 8am until 4pm, the successful candidate will set and run guillotine machinery, cutting sheet metal, steel and similar stock to precise measurements.

A valid overhead crane licence is essential, as lifting equipment must be used safely when moving heavy items. Applicants should read engineering drawings, check finished dimensions and maintain machinery. Prior experience within manufacturing or engineering is expected, along with a strong regard for health and safety on the shop floor.

Guillotine Operator / Overhead Crane Operator Location: Dudley Salary: £13 - £14 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm Job Type: Temporary to Permanent

Duties

• Operating and setting guillotine machinery
• Cutting sheet metal, steel and other materials to required sizes
• Reading measurements, drawings and job specifications
• Setting machinery and checking dimensions
• Operating an overhead crane to lift, move and position materials
• Loading and unloading materials safely
• Moving raw materials and finished products around the factory
• Carrying out quality checks and ensuring accurate production
• Following production schedules and manufacturing instructions
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Complying with Health & Safety procedures and company policies
• Working as part of a busy production, manufacturing and engineering team

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Guillotine Operator, Guillotine Machine Operator, Sheet Metal Worker or Production Operative
• Experience operating industrial guillotines within a manufacturing, engineering, fabrication or sheet metal environment
• A valid Overhead Crane Licence / Overhead Crane Certificate
• Experience using lifting equipment to safely move heavy materials
• Ability to work from measurements, specifications and engineering drawings
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Understanding of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing processes
• Good awareness of workplace Health & Safety
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

• £13 - £14 per hour
• Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm
• Day shift
• Temporary to permanent opportunity
• Weekly pay
• Long-term ongoing work
• Genuine opportunity to secure a permanent position