Machine Operator/Shell Saw Operator

Pro-Found Recruitment Solutions Ltd; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Temporary to permanent

Early finish on Fridays

Rotating 2-shift pattern

Job summary

Pro-Found Recruitment are seeking an experienced Machine Operator/Shell Saw Operator for our client in Rotherham, S60. The role offers a rotating 2-shift pattern, weekly pay, and a path from temporary to permanent after ~12 weeks based on performance.

The successful candidate will operate and program shell saws, set up machinery, read production sheets, and ensure quality standards while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Experience operating machinery within a production setting is required.
• Experience operating and programming shell saws is highly desirable but not essential.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions and production specs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program shell saw machinery to production specs.
• Set up machinery and adjust cutting parameters for production requirements.
• Read and interpret production specifications and job sheets.
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Monitor machine performance and identify basic faults.
• Conduct in-process quality inspections and dimensional checks.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Shell saw operation

Reading specs

Quality standards

Job description

Pro-Found Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Machine Operator/Shell Saw Operator on behalf of our client based in Rotherham, S60. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business offering long-term prospects and a permanent opportunity following a successful temporary period.

Benefits

• Location: Rotherham, S60
• Pay Rate: £16.31 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Rotating 2-shift pattern:
  • Days: 6:00am - 2:00pm
  • Afters: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Early finish on Fridays
• Monday to Friday - 39 hours per week
• Temporary to Permanent at approx. 12 weeks, subject to performance, attendance and business requirements
• Start date: Monday 7th September 2026

The role

Working within a busy machine shop environment, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of production machinery, with a particular focus on operating and programming a shell saw to meet production schedules and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating and programming shell saw machinery
• Setting up machinery and adjusting cutting parameters to meet production requirements
• Reading and interpreting production specifications and job sheets
• Loading and unloading materials safely and efficiently
• Monitoring machine performance and identifying basic faults or issues
• Conducting in-process quality inspections and dimensional checks
• Ensuring finished products meet required specifications and quality standards
• Working with timber and other heavy materials
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area
• Meeting daily production targets and deadlines
• Supporting other manufacturing departments as required

Candidate Requirements

• Previous manufacturing, production or machine operating experience is essential
• Proven experience operating machinery within a manufacturing environment
• Experience operating and programming shell saws is highly desirable but not essential
• Experience with machine set-up and changeovers preferred
• FLT experience preferred but not essential
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions and production specifications
• Strong understanding of quality standards and safe working practices
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Reliable, punctual and committed to achieving production targets
• Flexible approach with the ability to work across different areas of the operation when required

Other

Please note this is a physically demanding role involving regular manual handling, lifting and movement of materials throughout the working day.

Pro-Found Recruitment are an employment business and equal opportunities employer.