Machinist

Matchtech; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company based in the United Kingdom is seeking Production Operatives for temp-to-perm opportunities. The role involves operating machinery, ensuring quality control, and recording production data. Successful candidates will work on a rotating shift pattern, earning £13.00 per hour, potentially rising above £14.00 based on performance. Ideal applicants should be proficient in English, reliable, and willing to learn. A clean and organized work environment is vital.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English (reading, writing, and basic numeracy).
• Able to interpret detailed work instructions and quality documentation.
• Willingness to be trained on machinery.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture materials as per customer specifications.
• Operate machinery and monitor production quality.
• Record production data accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness in the work area.

Skills

Proficient in English

Strong communication skills

Ability to work effectively within a team

Reliability and safety-consciousness

Job description

Title: Production Operative

Location: Lymington, Hampshire

Hours: Weekly rotating pattern
6am - 2pm (Monday to Thursday) and 6am - 11am (Friday)
2pm - 10pm (Monday to Thursday) and 11am - 4pm (Friday)

These are temp-to-perm opportunities dependant upon individual performance and continued strength of the customer order book.

Pay:
£13.00 per hour (rising based on performance to over £14.00 per hour)

Our client is looking to recruit a number of Production/Machine Operators into their manufacturing team near Lymington due to an increase in orders and work volumes.

Primary Purpose of the Role

• Manufacture materials in line with customer specifications
• Operate and monitor machinery and ancillary equipment
• Ensure timely and efficient completion of production tasks
• Accurately record production data and material usage
• Contribute to ongoing company-wide and local continuous improvement initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and associated equipment according to defined procedures
• Maintain machine run rates to maximise efficiencies
• Monitor and verify product quality throughout the production process
• Ensure final product meets all required quality specifications
• Perform machine cleanouts and maintenance of equipment and ancillary systems
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area
• Record daily production activities and relevant process data accurately
• Report on production metrics including output, downtime, changeovers, and other key data

Person Specification

• Proficient in English (reading, writing, and basic numeracy)
• Able to interpret detailed work instructions, batch cards, and quality documentation
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Willingness and ability to be trained on extrusion and ancillary equipment
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and detail-oriented

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