Machine Operator

Bamford Contract Services Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Bamford Contract Services Ltd is recruiting for a Machine Operator based in Stockport. The role involves operating and monitoring manufacturing machinery on rotating shifts, with potential to become permanent after a temporary period.

The candidate should have experience in a manufacturing/engineering setting, be comfortable reading engineering drawings, and be proficient in precision measurement to maintain quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Confident with machinery and engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of precision measurement.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing machinery.
• Work with pneumatic and hydraulic systems; experience is a plus.
• Operate CNC milling or turning machinery; prior experience desirable.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Use precision measuring equipment (micrometers/verniers).
• Ensure work meets required quality and specifications.
• Work safely and efficiently as part of the production team.

Skills

Machinery operation

Reading drawings

Precision measurement

CNC milling/turning

Pneumatic & hydraulic

Tools

CNC milling

Micrometers & verniers

Job description

Machine Operator - Stockport

Pay Rate: £15.33 per hour

Hours: 6:00am-2:00pm and 2:00pm-10:00pm, rotating shifts

Job Type: Temporary to Permanent

Due to significant investment in their site and continued growth in business levels, our large manufacturing client based in Stockport is looking for an experienced Machine Operator to join their team on a temporary-to-permanent basis.

This is a hands-on role within a busy manufacturing environment, offering the opportunity to develop your skills and become a permanent member of the team.

The Role

• Operating and monitoring manufacturing machinery.
• Working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems - experience in these areas would be a distinct advantage.
• Operating CNC milling or turning machinery - previous experience is desirable.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers and verniers.
• Ensuring work is completed to the required quality and specification.
• Working safely and efficiently as part of a busy production team.

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment. You should be confident working with machinery and engineering drawings, with a good understanding of precision measurement.

If you are an experienced Machine Operator looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing manufacturing business, we would be keen to hear from you.