Machine Operator: Hands-On Technician & Growth Path

Interaction Recruitment PLC; Chalgrove; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekends off

Machinery training

Career progression

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment PLC is seeking a hands-on Machine Operator / Mechanical Operative in Chalgrove. The role involves operating production machinery safely from 08:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, with starting pay at £12.71 per hour and potential progression to £14.00 per hour based on performance.

You will work closely with engineers, learn about new machinery as it is installed, and gain skills in operation and basic maintenance to keep production running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence or licence held to operate counterbalance forklift.
• Experience operating industrial machinery or production equipment.
• Strong practical mechanical understanding and fault-finding mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Learn machine settings, controls and procedures.
• Assist engineers during installation, testing and commissioning.
• Monitor equipment for unusual noises or faults and perform basic maintenance.
• Carry out daily/weekly machinery checks and basic adjustments.
• Report breakdowns and defects promptly.
• Maintain clean, safe and organized work area.

Skills

Forklift license

Industrial machinery experience

Mechanical understanding

Proactive attitude

Job description

Interaction Recruitment PLC is seeking a hands-on Machine Operator / Mechanical Operative in Chalgrove. The role involves operating production machinery safely from 08:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, with starting pay at £12.71 per hour and potential progression to £14.00 per hour based on performance.

You will work closely with engineers, learn about new machinery as it is installed, and gain skills in operation and basic maintenance to keep production running smoothly.