Machine Operator

JR United Kingdom; Redditch; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering company is seeking a Rolling Mill Setter / Operator to join their busy factory in Redditch. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating rolling mills, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a safe working environment. Ideal candidates will possess relevant technical qualifications and a keen eye for detail, with opportunities for career advancement in a well-established company.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE Grade C (Level 4) in Maths and English required.
• Detail-oriented with a high mechanical understanding.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate rolling mills and slitting machines according to production needs.
• Load and monitor furnaces for safe operation.
• Prepare materials to meet quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical understanding

Education

GCSE Grade C (Level 4) in Maths and English

Apprenticeship / HNC

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

ERP systems (like SAP)

Job description

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Our client, a long-established leader in precision engineering, delivering intelligent and cost-effective solutions to manufacturing industries worldwide is currently looking to hire a Rolling Mill Setter / Operator. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and operating rolling mills, slitting machines, all within a busy factory environment.

The Rolling Mill Setter / Operator will:

• Set and operate rolling mills and slitting (shearing) machines in line with production requirements.
• Load and monitor furnaces to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Work with copper and silver metals, rolling them to precise thickness specifications.
• Ensure materials are prepared accurately and meet quality standards before progressing to the next stage of production.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safety-conscious work environment in a busy factory setting.

The Rolling Mill Setter / Operator will have:

• GCSE Grade C (Level 4) minimum in both Maths and English language. Apprenticeship /HNC grad would be ideal.
• High attention to detail and ability to stay focused on a task for a prolonged period.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and ideally has experience with ERP systems like SAP.
• High mechanical understanding.

If you’re a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a hands-on approach, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and we will be in touch shortly to provide more details!