Machine Operator

Pro-Found Recruitment Solutions; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Machine Operator for a physically demanding role in Grimethorpe, Barnsley. The position involves operating machinery, quality checks, and meeting production targets on a rotating shift schedule. Candidates must have manufacturing experience and strong attention to detail. The role offers a pay rate of £15.75 to £16.76 per hour depending on the shift.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Temporary to permanent contract

Qualifications

• Experience in joinery/carpentry preferred but not essential.
• Hardworking, reliable, and punctual.
• Able to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate and load machinery.
• Quality check materials and finished products.
• Follow production targets.

Skills

Previous assembly/production/manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Good work ethic

Job description

Pro-Found Recruitment are recruiting for a Machine Operator working on a 3 shift rotation for our client based in Grimethorpe, Barnsley, S72.

Machine Operator Benefits:

• Rotating over 3 shifts - Days 6am to 2pm, Afters 2pm to 10pm and Nights 10pm to 6am - these shifts rotate each week so you must be able to work all 3 shfts
• Hours: 39 hours per week paid weekly
• Start date: Monday 10th November 2025 - Interviews to be held on Thursday 6th November 2025
• Pay Rates: £15.75 for days and afters & £16.76 for nights
• Contract: Temporary to Permanent subject to performance and attendance
• Location: Grimethorpe, Barnsley, S72

Machine Operator Duties:

• Working on line automation
• Operating and loading machinery
• Quality checking of materials and finished products
• Working with wood and heavy worktops
• Following instructions
• General Housekeeping
• Working on your own and as part of a team
• Minimum daily requirements (production targets)

Machine Operator Criteria:

• Previous assembly/production/manufacturing experience essential
• CNC or machine operating experienced preferred
• Able to work 3 rotating shifts - days, afters & nights
• Hard working, reliable and punctualExperience of joinery/carpentry preferred but not essential
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions
• Good work ethic and prepared to learn new skills

**Please note this is a very physically demanding role and requires regular manual handling as part of the day to day duties**

Pro-Found Recruitment are an employment business and equal opportunities employer.