Machine Operator

Scott Timber Ltd; Burntisland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading timber and forestry company in Burntisland is looking for a Machine Operator to join their Manufacturing team. The role focuses on safely operating machinery to produce pallets and wood products, ensuring quality and compliance with standards. Ideal candidates should possess strong teamwork and safety awareness skills, with a good attention to detail. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.26 and several employee benefits.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Employee Discount Hub

Refer a Friend Scheme

Free Fruit on Site

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to work safely with machinery.
• Strong understanding of quality standards and output levels.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain automated & semi-automated machinery.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and output levels.
• Report machinery issues to your line manager.

Skills

Teamwork

Timekeeping

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Advert

Job Title: Machine Operator

Salary: £12.26 per hour

Hours: Monday – Thursday, 07:00 – 17:30

Your role:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Machine Operator to join our Manufacturing team at our Burntisland site.

This role involves safely and accurately manufacturing pallets & wood products using automated & semi-automated machinery. You will ensure optimal work to maximize output while complying with customer standards and design specifications as documented in the work orders.

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for understanding quality standards and output levels to perform your role correctly. You must also promptly identify and report any equipment and machinery issues to your line manager.

You will play a key part in the team, undertaking tasks delegated by Production Supervisors and Managers, and always adhering to our Health and Safety Procedures and Policies, including wearing Personal Protective Equipment when required.

Effective teamwork, excellent timekeeping, attendance, high safety awareness, a can-do attitude, and attention to detail are essential for success.

Who we are:

BSW Group is the UK's largest timber and forestry business, operating across the entire supply chain, from tree nurseries and woodland management to sawmilling and pallets.

We market 35 million saplings annually through our leading commercial tree nursery, have planted a billion trees via Tilhill Forestry, supply sustainable timber products, and manufacture millions of pallets yearly as Scott Pallets. Our goal is to keep the industry moving and be the most technically advanced timber business in the country.

BSW operates as a collection of experts, fostering innovation and growth through collaboration. We are committed to sustainability, leveraging technology and best practices to meet the diverse needs of the UK and build sustainable worlds.

What you will receive in return:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Employee Discount Hub
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Free Fruit on Site
• Cycle to Work Scheme

If you think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you.