Machine Operator

Escape Recruitment Services; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in East Kilbride is seeking an experienced Machine Operator to operate various machinery with a focus on horizontal boring operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment and be skilled in reading mechanical drawings. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000 plus bonuses and benefits including paid overtime and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Company profit-sharing bonus scheme

Matched pension contribution

32 days holiday per year

Sick pay scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Machine Operator or similar in an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and work from mechanical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operating a range of machine tools, focusing on horizontal boring.
• Measuring and inspecting work to maintain quality standards.
• Assisting with process improvements.

Skills

Operating a range of manual machine tools

Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings

Attention to detail

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Drills

Job description

Machine Operator | East Kilbride | £40,000 DOE + Bonus + Overtime
Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week | Permanent

Overview:
A leading engineering and manufacturing business in East Kilbride is looking to add an experienced Machine Operator to their team. This is a hands-on role working with a range of conventional machinery, with a particular focus on horizontal boring operations. You'll be joining a company known for its technical expertise, global reputation, and employee ownership model.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Operating a range of machine tools, with a key focus on horizontal boring
• Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings to machine components accurately
• Working to tight tolerances, ensuring high-quality output
• Using lathes, milling machines, drills, and other manual equipment
• Measuring and inspecting your own work to maintain standards
• Assisting with process improvements and standard procedures
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient working area

What You'll Need:

• Experience as a Machine Operator or similar in an engineering/manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and work from mechanical drawings
• Skilled in operating a range of manual machine tools
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-driven mindset

Desirable Experience:

• Operating boring machine
• Overhead crane and counterbalance forklift operation
• Awareness of safe working practices in a machine shop

What's On Offer:

• Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
• Paid overtime at standard hourly rate
• Company profit-sharing bonus scheme (recent average: £6,100 per year)
• Matched pension contribution (up to 5%)
• 32 days holiday per year
• Sick pay scheme (post-probation)
• Opportunity to participate in employee ownership scheme

Why Join?
You'll be part of a forward-thinking, employee-owned company with a global footprint and strong Scottish roots. The business has a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation, and integrity - and you'll be joining a team that takes pride in what they produce.

Apply Now - Charlotte Roberts, 07584308734, [e-mail]