Machine Operative

West Riding Recruitment; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

West Riding Recruitment Limited is seeking a hands-on Cable Cutting Machine Operative for our client in Chesterfield. The role involves operating a mains cable cutting machine to cut cable to customer orders, with training provided.

You will handle heavy cable, measure lengths, and prepare dispatch orders while adhering to safety procedures. Ideal candidates are practical, reliable and willing to learn, with good attention to detail and the ability to work as part of a team to meet daily

Qualifications

• Heavy lifting and manual handling required.
• Reliable and punctual with a practical approach.
• Ability to follow instructions and work accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operating a mains cable cutting machine to cut cable accurately to customer orders.
• Handling and moving heavy cable and materials safely.
• Measuring and checking cable lengths to ensure accuracy.
• Preparing customer orders ready for dispatch.
• Following health and safety procedures at all times.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised working area.
• Working as part of a team to meet daily production and order deadlines.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Manual handling

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Tools

Cable cutting machine

Job description

Cable Cutting Machine Operative

Location: Chesterfield
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:30am - 4:30pm
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting for a Cable Cutting Machine Operative to join a busy and established operation in Chesterfield.

This is a hands‑on, physically demanding role involving the operation of a mains cable cutting machine to accurately cut cable to customer specifications and orders. Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who is practical, reliable and keen to learn a new skill.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a mains cable cutting machine to cut cable accurately to customer orders.
• Handling and moving heavy cable and materials safely.
• Measuring and checking cable lengths to ensure accuracy.
• Preparing customer orders ready for dispatch.
• Following health and safety procedures at all times.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised working area.
• Working as part of a team to meet daily production and order deadlines.

The Ideal Candidate

• Comfortable with heavy, physical work and manual handling.
• Practical, hands‑on and confident learning to operate machinery.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Able to follow instructions and work accurately.
• Safety‑conscious with a good attention to detail.
• Previous machine operating, warehouse or cable‑handling experience would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided.