Machine Operator

Apex Recruitment; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Nuneaton is seeking a Machine Operator for a temporary ongoing assignment. You will operate laser cutting machines, maintain high standards of manufacturing, and ensure quality control. The ideal candidate should have experience operating laser machines and excellent communication skills. This position offers competitive pay for full-time shifts with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of operating laser cutting machines; setting would be an advantage.
• Ability to plan and work from own initiative, with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate and run laser machines.
• Manufacture components to a high standard.
• Interpret and work to engineering drawings.
• Complete your own quality control checks.

Skills

Laser machine 5 Axis operating experience

Excellent communication skills

Ability to prioritise work and meet tight deadlines

Attention to detail and reliability

Self-motivated

Job description

Overview

Machine Operator – Temporary ongoing assignment – Leamington Spa

Shifts: Days (£14.43 per hour) or Early/Lates (£15.89 per hour). 39 hours per week with possible overtime.

Our client is a leading international manufacturing company based in Leamington Spa. They are looking for a Machine Operator to join their existing team on a temporary ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

• Operate and run laser machines
• Manufacture components to a high standard
• Interpret and work to engineering drawings
• Use engineering measuring equipment such as verniers, callipers, or micrometres
• Maintain machinery by cleaning it and ensuring it is in working order
• Check and order materials needed
• Work with multiple types of metal, including stainless steel and aluminium
• Remove and clean finished parts ready for production
• Complete your own quality control checks
• Complete documentation
• Keep to tight deadlines and targets

Qualifications / The ideal Machine Operator

• Laser machine 5 Axis operating experience
• Previous experience of operating laser cutting machines; setting would be an advantage
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritise work and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to plan and work from own initiative, with minimum supervision
• Attention to detail and reliability
• Self-motivated

Shifts & Hours

Days – 07:00-16:00 Mon-Thu and 07:00-12:00 on Friday (30-minute break)

Rotating shifts – 06:00-14:00 Mon-Thu and 06:00-13:00 on Friday; 14:00-22:00 Mon-Thu and 13:00-20:00 on Friday (20-minute break).

39 hours per week + possible overtime

Job Information

• Job Title: Machine Operator
• Company: Apex Recruitment
• Location: Nuneaton, Warwickshire
• Posted: Sep 24th, 2025
• Closes: Oct 25th, 2025
• Sector: Manufacturing & Surveying
• Contract: Temporary
• Hours: Full Time

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