Machine Operator

Pin Point Recruitment; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Pin Point Recruitment is recruiting for a Machine Operator in Team Valley, Gateshead. The role runs on a rotating days and nights shift pattern, with a temporary-to-permanent path after 12 weeks.

The successful candidate will operate glue machines, assemble products, and perform quality checks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role starts at £12.71 per hour on-site, offering long-term opportunities for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Prior production or manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to follow written instructions and procedures.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Reliable and punctual with the ability to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate glue machines, ensuring all products meet quality specifications.
• Assemble products either independently or as part of a production line.
• Carry out regular quality checks to ensure products meet required standards.
• Read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions and quality documentation.
• Complete production paperwork and written records accurately.
• Support other production activities as required, including assembly, packing, labelling, cleaning and maintaining a tidy work area during quieter periods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Reading SOPs

Job description

Machine Operator

£12.71 per hour

Location: Team Valley, Gateshead

Job Type: Temp to Perm after 12 weeks

Shift Pattern: Rotating days and nights

• Days: 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday
• Nights: 6pm-6am, Monday to Thursday

The Role

We are looking for reliable and motivated Machine Operators to join a busy manufacturing team in Team Valley, Gateshead. This is a hands‑on role within a fast‑paced production environment, offering long‑term opportunities for the right candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate glue machines, ensuring all products meet quality specifications.
• Assemble products either independently or as part of a production line.
• Carry out regular quality checks to ensure products meet required standards.
• Read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions and quality documentation.
• Complete production paperwork and written records accurately.
• Support other production activities as required, including assembly, packing, labelling, cleaning and maintaining a tidy work area during quieter periods.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous production or manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work.
• Ability to follow written instructions and procedures.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work a rotating 3-shift pattern.
• Able to undertake manual handling tasks, including bending and standing for extended periods.