Machine Operator

AMA Admin; Poynton; On-site; GBP 19,451 - 22,069; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Annual pay reviews

Discretionary annual bonus

Company Pension

Training & development

Job summary

AMA Admin is seeking a Machine Operator - Nights in Stockport to join a steel processing environment. You will operate tube laser machinery, supporting production targets and quality standards.

The role requires training for 3–6 months, with night shifts Sunday to Thursday 22:00-06:00, and a starting rate of £14.12/hour rising to £16.02/hour on Nights.

Training provided; opportunities for career development within a well-established team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating machinery is highly desirable.
• Experience with tube laser machinery is desirable but not essential.
• Experience in steel manufacturing or engineering environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate tube laser machinery to cut steel accurately in line with cutting specifications.
• Safely operate overhead gantry cranes.
• Work to production schedules and instructions to achieve daily targets.
• Carry out inspections on lasers, cranes and machinery.
• Complete production paperwork and stock checks accurately.
• Perform quality inspections using measuring equipment to ensure products meet specification.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and keep the work area clean and organised.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures, PPE requirements, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Report machinery defects, accidents, incidents, and near misses promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Health & safety awareness

Reliability

Tools

Tube laser machinery

Overhead crane operation

Forklift experience

Job description

Machine Operator - Nights

Location: Stockport

Salary: £14.12 whilst training, rising to £16.02 once on Nights

Shift: Sunday to Thursday | Nights | 22:00-06:00

Reference: ASPLIV

MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE TRAINING FOR 3-6 MONTHS

Our client is looking to recruit a Machine Operative to join their growing team in Stockport.

Working within a busy steel processing environment, you'll be responsible for operating tube laser machinery, ensuring products are manufactured to the highest quality standards while supporting efficient production output. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business that offers long term stability, ongoing training, and career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate tube laser machinery to cut steel accurately in line with cutting specifications.
• Safely operate overhead gantry cranes.
• Work to production schedules and instructions to achieve daily targets.
• Carry out inspections on lasers, cranes and machinery.
• Complete production paperwork and stock checks accurately.
• Perform quality inspections using measuring equipment to ensure products meet specification.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and keep the work area clean and organised.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, PPE requirements, and safe systems of work in accordance with ISO 45001.
• Report machinery defects, accidents, incidents, and near misses promptly.

Experience

• Previous experience operating machinery highly desirable.
• Previous experience operating tube laser machinery desirable but not essential.
• Experience within a steel, manufacturing or engineering desirable.
• Overhead crane and/or forklift experience would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of workplace Health & Safety procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work from technical cutting specifications.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Package Details

• £14.12 whilst training - rising to £16.02 once on Nights
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holiday
• Health Cash Plan and Life Assurance
• Annual pay reviews
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Company Pension
• Full training and ongoing development opportunities.