Machine Operative

KineticPlc; Dukinfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Rotating shifts

Temporary to permanent

Progression opportunities

Global market leader

Job summary

Kinetic Industrial in Dukinfield is seeking a hands-on Machine Operator for a leading multinational manufacturer. The role operates on a 3-shift rotation (6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am) with full training and clear progression opportunities.

You will load materials, position coils, and perform routine machine maintenance while ensuring safety and quality. Benefits include training from machine assistant to fully skilled operator, with potential for permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operation or manufacturing experience.
• Reliable with good timekeeping; able to work all three shifts.
• Hands-on with a willingness to learn.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely at all times.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Load materials onto production machinery.
• Handle and position coils using lifting equipment.
• Pack coils of various sizes to meet customer specifications.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance, including cleaning and basic checks.
• Keep the work area clean, safe and organised.
• Progress to full slitting machine operation.

Skills

Machine operation

Reliability

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Kinetic Industrial are recruiting a Machine Operator for a leading multi national manufacturer based in Dukinfield. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands on machine operator who enjoys technical work, wants long term stability, and is keen to develop specialist skills within a modern manufacturing environment. This role needs someone that can work a 3 shift rotation with ease, enjoys working with machinery, and is looking for a position that offers full training and progression. You must be able to work all three rotating shifts Monday to Friday: 6am - 2pm & 2pm - 10pm & 10pm - 6am.

Role responsibilities

• Loading materials onto production machinery
• Handling and positioning coils using appropriate lifting equipment
• Packing coils of various sizes to meet customer specifications
• Carrying out routine machine maintenance, including cleaning, basic checks, and reporting issues
• Keeping your work area clean, safe, and organised
• Progressing to full slitting machine operation

Requirements

• Previous machine operation or manufacturing experience
• Strong reliability, timekeeping, and ability to work all three shifts
• A practical, hands on approach with a willingness to learn
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely at all times
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

• £15.90 per hour, with increases as you progress
• Rotating shifts: 6-2 / 2-10 / 10-6
• Temporary to permanent
• Full training from Machine Assistant to fully skilled Machine Operator
• Work with a global market leader
• Clear progression, technical development, and long term career prospects