Machine Operator in Poole)

Rubicon Recruitment Group; Poole; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed shift pattern

Full training on machinery and SOPs

Structured production environment

Casting, pressing and finishing skills

Job summary

Rubicon Recruitment Group is seeking a Machine Operator in Poole. You will run presses and furnace equipment, ensuring precise production and adherence to SOPs. The role offers a fixed shift pattern and solid training to develop specialist skills in casting, pressing and finishing.

You will start shifts on time, maintain accurate records, and report discrepancies. A methodical, safety-minded approach is essential for success in a stable production environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Machine Operative or Production Operative in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with presses, furnaces or similar heavy production machinery (advantageous).
• A precise approach to weighing, measuring and keeping accurate records.
• Confidence following SOPs and safety procedures, including lockout/tagout.
• A reliable, punctual approach to early starts.

Responsibilities

• Complete start-of-shift machine and area checks to ensure production begins on time.
• Operate hydraulic presses, furnace equipment and weighing scales safely and in line with SOPs.
• Cast, press and finish metal products accurately against daily work orders.
• Weigh and record materials and finished goods at every stage, reporting discrepancies.
• Follow lockout/tagout and isolation procedures when machinery is not in use.
• Hand over clearly with work order progress and any machine or quality issues.

Skills

Machine operation experience

Heavy production machinery

Precise weighing & measurement

SOPs & safety procedures

Job description

Machine operator | £28,000 - £33,280 per annum | Poole

Looking for a steady role where precision really counts? Earn up to £16.00 per hour as a Machine Operative on a consistent shifts, either 7:00 to 15:30 or 15:30 to 00:00.

You'll take ownership of the production, running presses and furnace equipment to a high standard.

If you're methodical, safety-minded and like knowing your work is accurate, this role is built for you.

As a Machine Operative, you will benefit from:

• A fixed shift pattern.
• Full training on machinery and standard operating procedures
• The chance to build specialist skills in casting, pressing and finishing
• Clear processes and well-defined expectations from day one
• A stable, structured production environment

As a Machine Operative, your responsibilities will include:

• Completing start-of-shift machine and area checks so production begins on time
• Operating hydraulic presses, furnace equipment and weighing scales safely and in line with SOPs
• Casting, pressing and finishing metal products accurately against daily work orders
• Weighing and recording materials and finished products at every stage, reporting any discrepancies straight away
• Following lockout/tagout and isolation procedures when machinery is not in use
• Handing over clearly, including work order progress and any machine or quality issues

As a Machine Operative, your experience will include:

• Previous experience as a Machine Operative or Production Operative in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with presses, furnaces or similar heavy production machinery (advantageous)
• A precise approach to weighing, measuring and keeping accurate records
• Confidence following SOPs and safety procedures, including lockout/tagout
• A reliable, punctual approach to early starts