Knitting Machine Operator

Meridian Business Support; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for a Knitting Machine Operator in Rochdale. Responsibilities include operating knitting machines, monitoring production quality, and performing minor repairs on fabric faults. Candidates should be physically fit and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This temporary ongoing position offers £12.40 per hour and requires basic literacy and numeracy skills for record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Sufficient physical fitness for manual handling tasks and working at height.
• Ability to quickly identify and resolve machine or fabric faults.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for completing production records.

Responsibilities

• Operate knitting machines in line with production schedules.
• Monitor machine performance and identify defects.
• Repair fabric faults during operation.
• Maintain cleanliness of machinery and work areas.
• Complete production documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Independence

Team collaboration

Job description

Knitting Machine Operator

📍 Location: Rochdale

⏰ Hours: 7:30am - 4:10pm Monday - Thursday / 7:30 - 12:30 Friday

💰 Pay: £12.40 per hour

📄 Contract: Temporary ongoing

We are currently seeking a Knitting Machine Operative to join our clients production team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong eye for detail who enjoys working in a hands‑on manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate knitting machines to manufacture fabrics in line with production schedules and quality standards.
• Monitor machine performance during operation, identifying defects in fabric and responding promptly to any issues.
• Detect and repair fabric faults, including threading cotton ends into machines and tying in warp ends when required.
• Carry out occasional tasks at height, such as accessing elevated machine components for adjustments or maintenance, using provided safety equipment and training.
• Perform manual handling duties involving weights between 8kg and 14kg, including the movement of yarns, beams, and finished products.
• Maintain cleanliness of machinery and the surrounding work area to support a safe and efficient working environment.
• Complete basic production documentation, including records of output, downtime, and faults.
• Participate in training and develop the ability to operate additional machinery within the department to support team flexibility.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations, including the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements

• ✅ Sufficient physical fitness to undertake manual handling tasks and occasional work at height
• ✅ Strong attention to detail with the ability to quickly identify and resolve machine or fabric faults.
• ✅ Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast‑paced production environment.
• ✅ Basic literacy and numeracy skills to accurately complete production records.

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