Machine Operator

Kinetic plc; Birtley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic plc are recruiting for a Machine Operator at their Birtley site. The role starts with a 6-week training period on days (08:00–16:00) to qualify you on plasma cutting and bandsaw operations, before transitioning to a permanent night shift (20:00–06:00).

Earn £13.18 per hour during training, rising to £17.57 per hour on the night shift once fully trained. This is an excellent opportunity to gain specialist machinery experience and progress within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production or machine operating environments.
• Ability to follow instructions and work accurately to set processes.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plasma cutting and bandsaw machinery.
• Set up machinery, including loading materials and adjusting settings.
• Ensure machinery is operating efficiently and safely.
• Carry out routine quality checks and record results.
• Identify and report faults, defects or breakdowns.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
• Read and follow work instructions, job sheets and specifications.
• Meet daily production targets and deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow all company health & safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine operation

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Communication & teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Plasma cutter

Bandsaw

Job description

Kinetic plc are currently recruiting for a Machine Operator to join an established and innovative manufacturing business based in Birtley.

This is an excellent temporary-to-permanent opportunity for someone looking to develop their manufacturing skills ideally with machine operating experience.

You will be trained to operate both a plasma cutter and bandsaw, with training expected to take approximately 6 weeks.

Training & Pay Progression -

Training will initially be completed on a day shift, giving you the opportunity to become fully competent and confident operating the machinery on a permanent night shift.

Training Period - Approximately 6 Weeks

• Monday to Thursday
• 08:00 until 16:00
• £13.18 per hour
• Full training provided on plasma cutting and bandsaw operations

Once fully trained - Permanent Night Shift

• Monday to Thursday
• 20:00 until 06:00
• £17.57 per hour
• Permanent night shift

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain specialist machinery experience and progress into a permanent, well‑paid night shift position following successful completion of training.

The Role

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring production machinery, including plasma cutting and bandsaw equipment, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plasma cutting and bandsaw machinery
• Set up machinery, including loading materials and adjusting settings
• Ensure machinery is operating efficiently and safely
• Carry out routine quality checks and record results
• Identify and report faults, defects or breakdowns
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of equipment
• Read and follow work instructions, job sheets and specifications
• Meet daily production targets and deadlines
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Follow all company health & safety policies and procedures

About You

• Previous experience within a manufacturing, production or machine operating environment
• An interest in developing their skills in machine operation
• The ability to follow instructions and work accurately to set processes
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Basic mechanical understanding or aptitude
• Strong awareness of health & safety
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Flexibility to complete approximately 6 weeks' training on days before moving onto the permanent night shift

Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years' experience delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries.

Kinetic plc treats all applications confidentially and we review all submissions.

Candidates who do not meet the full specification may not be contacted; however, their CV will be retained and considered against future opportunities where appropriate.

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