Machine Operator (Cutters / Shot blasters / Saws)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Bonus

Overtime

Medical

5% Pension

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Machine Operator in Newmarket, Suffolk. The role involves operating manual and CNC machinery, including shot blasters, saws and cutters, with training provided on specifics.

You will work in a small team on a nights-based schedule, with a focus on accuracy, welding and interpreting technical drawings. A strong emphasis on safety and continuous training is highlighted in the role description.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery such as shot blasters, saws or cutters.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and use measuring equipment.
• Willingness to learn and train on new equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Process orders using manual and CNC machinery on a busy production site.
• Weld and operate CNC machinery with on-the-job training provided.
• Work in a small team on a night-based shift (2pm–7pm/2pm–10pm variants) for 37 hours weekly.
• Ensure quality and safety standards are met and documented.

Skills

Machine operation

CNC machinery

Safety compliance

Tools

Manual machinery

Calibrating tools

Job description

Machine Operator (Cutters / Shot blasters / Saws)

£31,000 – £36,000 + Company Bonus + Overtime + Medical + 5% Pension

Newmarket, Suffolk

Are you a Machine Operator with experience in cutters, saws, shot blasters or similar looking for a long-term, stable role for a large and long-standing company, offering a nights-based position where you will be looked after with plenty of benefits including bonuses and a great pension?

In this Monday to Friday role you will be working in a small team on a busy site, using manual and CNC machinery, shot blasters, lasers, and cutters. You will also be welding, interpreting technical drawings and using measuring equipment, with ongoing training given on specifics through both shadowing and a tailored training plan.

This family-run company are a leading supplier of their industrial products, with a turnover of more than £150 million. They are highly regarded for their consistent sales and growth and are proud to have increased their turnover year on year for well over a decade.

This role would suit somebody with a background operating machinery, who likes to work hands-on in a close-knit team with plenty of job stability in a nights-based role.

The Role:

• Processing orders using manual machinery including shot blasters, saws, and cutters
• Doing welding and using CNC machinery, with training given
• Working within a small team on a large production site
• Monday to Thursday, 2pm – 10pm, Friday 2pm – 7pm, 37 hours a week
• *Days shifts will be worked until fully trained (roughly 3 months)*

The Person:

• Machinery Operator
• Experience with shot blasters / saws / cutters / CNC or similar

Reference number: BBBH27418

Manufacturing, Production, Industrial, Machinery, CNC, Operator, Operative, Saw, Cutting, Welding, Welder, Cutter, Machining, Machine, Technician, Newmarket, Bury St Edmunds, Mildenhall

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.