Machine Operator

ZipRecruiter; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is looking for a Machine Operator based in Welwyn Garden City to perform polishing and trimming operations. The role includes using specialized machinery and ensuring safety standards are maintained. Candidates should have relevant experience and health & safety training. Interested applicants can apply via the company website.

Qualifications

• Competence in grinding, drilling, and using band saws required.
• Experience in a Metal Polishing / Trimming working environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements related to polishing and spraying machines.

Responsibilities

• Carry out specific polishing trimming operations.
• Conduct work safely according to H&S practices.
• Report deviations from safety standards immediately.

Skills

Grinding

Drilling

Using band saws

Self-inspection

Health & Safety Training

Education

Metal Polishing training

Tools

Vernier calipers

Protractors

Micrometers

Job description

Job Description

Machine Operator
Monday - Friday 10am-6pm
Competitive + OT
Hatfield / Welwyn Garden City

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Machine Operator to work at their facility based near Hatfield / Welwyn Garden City.

Performance Objectives

• Responsible for ensuring specific polishing trimming operations are carried out




• Fully competent in grinding, drilling, punching and using band saws.




• Experience in using measuring equipment such as Vernier calipers/protractors & Micrometers.




• Ensure that work is conducted in a safe environment according to safe practices - report deviation from H&S good practice immediately.

Person Specification

• Some basic self-inspection required




• Health & Safety Training.




• Knowledge of polishing lathes and various polishing equipment;




• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements relating to polishing and spraying machines




• Experience in a Metal Polishing / Trimming working environment

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Closing Date: 11/07/2025

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