Machine Operator in Stockport

Energy Jobline CVL; Stockport; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL in Stockport is seeking an experienced Machine Operator for a temporary-to-permanent role on rotating shifts. The position offers a pay rate of £15.33 per hour and hands-on work in a busy manufacturing environment.

You will operate and monitor machinery, read engineering drawings, and use precision measuring tools to maintain quality and safety on site.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret specs.
• Strong precision measurement and quality awareness.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing machinery.
• Work with pneumatic and hydraulic systems; experience preferred.
• Operate CNC milling or turning machinery.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Use precision measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers).
• Ensure work meets required quality and specifications.
• Work safely and efficiently with production team.

Skills

Machinery operation

Reading drawings

Precision measurement

CNC experience

Quality awareness

Tools

CNC milling/turning

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

As a Machine Operator, your responsibilities will include:

• 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.