Machine Operative / Picker

Interaction Recruitment Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment Group is seeking a reliable Machine Operative / Picker in Ashford for a permanent, full-time position. You will cut cardboard materials and gaskets using a hydraulic press, and perform picking and packing duties to support dispatch.

The role is Monday–Friday with daytime hours, starting immediately. Strong attention to detail and numeracy are required, with prior manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong accuracy and attention to detail required.
• Good numeracy skills essential.
• Experience in machine operation, warehouse, or manufacturing environments desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic press to cut cardboard materials and soft gasket products.
• Ensure accuracy and precision in cutting tasks.
• Pick, pack, label, and prepare orders for dispatch.
• Manage stock and maintain a tidy working area.
• Handle lifting tasks as part of daily operations.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Machine operation

Teamwork

Job description

Machine Operative / Picker

Salary:£27,500 per annum
Hours:Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm
Location:Ashford
Start Date:Immediate
Contract Type:Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and detailfocusedMachine Operative/Pickerto join our team on a permanent basis. In this role, you will be responsible for cutting cardboard materials and soft gaskets using a hydraulic press, as well as carrying out general picking and packing duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a hydraulic press to cut cardboard material and soft gasket products
• Ensuring accuracy and precision in all cutting tasks
• Picking, packing, labelling, and preparing orders for dispatch
• Managing stock and maintaining a tidy working area
• Handling lifting tasks (not heavy lifting) as part of daily operations
• Following safety procedures and maintaining quality standards

Requirements

• Strong accuracy and attention to detail
• Good numeracy skills
• Previous experience in machine operation, warehouse, or manufacturing environments (desirable)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to learn

What We Offer

• Permanent, fulltime position
• Monday-Friday daytime hours
• Immediate start available