Machine Operator

Rubicon Recruitment Agency; Holton Heath; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubicon Recruitment Agency is seeking a meticulous Machine Operator for a stable role in Holton Heath. You will run hydraulic presses and furnace equipment, ensuring high-precision output and strict adherence to SOPs on a fixed shift pattern.

Ideal candidates will have prior Machine Operative or Production Operative experience in manufacturing, with a precise approach to weighing and recording materials, and a readiness to work a late shift to meet daily orders.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Machine Operative or Production Operative in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with presses, furnaces or similar heavy production machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic presses, furnace equipment and weighing scales safely and in line with SOPs.
• Cast, press and finish metal products accurately against daily work orders.
• Weigh and record materials and finished products at every stage, reporting discrepancies promptly.
• Carry out pre-use machine checks and follow lockout/tagout and isolation procedures.
• Take over handover at shift change and leave clear handover for the next day.
• Complete end-of-shift shutdown and secure machinery and the production area.

Skills

Machine operation

Production records

SOP compliance

Lockout/tagout

Late shift readiness

Tools

Presses

Furnace equipment

Job description

Machine Operator | £28,000 - £32,280 per annum | Holton Heath

Looking for a steady role where precision really counts? Earn up to £16.00 per hour as a Machine Operative on a consistent shifts.

You'll take ownership of the production, running presses and furnace equipment to a high standard.
If you're methodical, safety-minded and like knowing your work is accurate, this role is built for you.

As a Machine Operative, you will benefit from:

• A fixed shift pattern, so you know exactly where you stand each week
• Full training on machinery and standard operating procedures
• A smaller, focused shift team where you're trusted to work with less direct supervision
• The chance to build specialist skills in casting, pressing and finishing
• Clear processes and well-defined expectations from day one

As a Machine Operative, your responsibilities will include:

• Operating hydraulic presses, furnace equipment and weighing scales safely and in line with SOPs
• Casting, pressing and finishing metal products accurately against daily work orders
• Weighing and recording materials and finished products at every stage, reporting any discrepancies straight away
• Carrying out pre-use machine checks and following lockout/tagout and isolation procedures
• Picking up from the early shift handover and leaving a clear handover for the next day
• Completing end-of-shift shutdown and securing machinery and the production area

As a Machine Operative, your experience will include:

• Previous experience as a Machine Operative or Production Operative in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with presses, furnaces or similar heavy production machinery (advantageous)
• A precise approach to weighing, measuring and keeping accurate records
• Confidence following SOPs and safety procedures, including lockout/tagout
• The ability to work reliably and independently on a late shift

If you want a stable Machine Operative role where your precision is valued and your skills keep growing, this could be your next step.