Machine Operator

First Military Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic manufacturing company is looking for Day and Night Shift Machine Operators to join their team in Reading. The role requires effective communication, teamwork, and adherence to high-quality standards in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates will have a background in engineering, possess the necessary technical skills and certifications, and are encouraged to grow within the organization. Attractive benefits include a company pension, holidays, and overtime opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension

20 days holiday + Public after first year

5 additional emergency days

Company profits related pay scheme

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing best practices (SMED 5S).
• Sheet metal or fabrication experience.
• Ability to operate punch presses.

Responsibilities

• Run machines ensuring adherence to cycle times and product quality.
• Assist in maintenance and maintaining health & safety standards.
• Transport goods and assist with stock checks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Numerate and literate

Ability to read technical drawings

Use of measuring equipment

Self-motivated

Flexibility

Open to change

Education

Engineering or mechanical background

Counterbalance fork truck licence

First aid Manufacturing

Job description

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We are currently recruiting for a Day Shift and Night Shift Machine Operator positions for our client. The Machine operators hold an important role within this organisation. You need to be a good team player, able to communicate effectively with other operatives, setters and supervisors and at all levels in the company. You will be responsible for supporting the setters and there is the ability to learn to set and progress within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with minimal supervision
• To be responsible for the quality of parts produced and ensure they conform to company standards and product drawings.
• To ensure all the company procedures are followed with respect to product checking.
• To run machines to achieve cycle times as recorded on the route cards.
• Assist Setter/Team Leader in improving changeover times, machine running efficiencies and tooling set ups.
• Operate punch presses.
• Keep work areas clean and tidy to help minimise the risk of accidents.
• Ensure health and safety of self and others at all times.
• Assistant in maintenance on machines as and when required.
• Transportation of goods within the factory, assisting with stock checks and general housekeeping within the manufacturing unit.
• To take part in any continual improvement programmes

Skills & Experience:

• Numerate and literate Able to read technical drawings.
• Able to use measuring equipment (micrometres/verniers)
• Experience of manufacturing best practice (SMED 5S etc.).
• Counterbalance fork truck licence
• First aid Manufacturing.
• Engineering or mechanical background
• Sheet metal or fabrication experience

Personal attributes:

• Self-motivated
• Team player
• Flexible Able to multitask
• Open to change/new challenges
• Able to provide clear and concise information at all levels
• Company pension
• 20 days holiday + Public after first year 5 additional emergency days
• Company profits related pay scheme

Overtime available when workload requires