Manufacturing Operative

ProARecruitment; Swindon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

ProARecruitment Swindon is seeking a reliable Machine Operative to support the machining department on a permanent basis. You will work closely with CNC Setters, load and unload components, and help maintain safety and quality standards throughout production.

The role operates Monday to Friday on rotating shifts (6.00am-2.00pm / 2.00pm-10.00pm). Salary is £32,000 per year including shift pay, with overtime available.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, organised, and proactive approach to work.
• Previous experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience using inspection and measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, or gauges.
• Understanding of machining processes would be advantageous but is not essential

Responsibilities

• Support CNC Setters in the safe and efficient operation of CNC machinery.
• Load and unload components and finished products from CNC machines safely and accurately.
• Issue and load raw materials in accordance with company procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Monitor and maintain machine coolant and oil levels to support optimal machine performance.
• Carry out routine patrol inspections, checking and recording critical dimensions and product features during production runs.
• Identify and report any quality concerns, defects, or non-conformances immediately to the CNC Setter or Team Leader.
• Perform visual inspections of components where required, ensuring products meet quality standards.
• Accurately identify, record, and move products between production areas.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and cleanliness within the machining area.
• Ensure all tooling, gauges, measuring equipment, and other production assets are handled and stored correctly to prevent damage.
• Provide support and cover across other departments when required to meet business needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Health & safety

Teamwork

Reliability

Organised

Proactive

Engineering experience

Calipers

Micrometers

Machining processes

Manufacturing experience

Tools

CNC machinery

Job description

Machine Operatives

Based Swindon – Permanent Vacancy

Monday to Friday – rotating 6.00am-2.00pm/2.00pm to 10.00pm

Salary £32000 (inclusive of shift pay) Overtime pay is offered with this role

This well-established employer based in Swindon is looking for a reliable and motivated Machine Operatives to support the efficient operation of the machining department. This role is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to safety, and an interest in engineering and manufacturing processes.

Working closely with the Tool Shop and the Team Leaders,, you will play a key role in ensuring production runs smoothly, quality standards are maintained, and machines operate effectively. You will need previous experience working in a manufacturing tooling operation, working with a range of specific measuring equipment (verniers, micrometres and calipers)

Key Responsibilities

• Support CNC Setters in the safe and efficient operation of CNC machinery.
• Load and unload components and finished products from CNC machines safely and accurately.
• Issue and load raw materials in accordance with company procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Monitor and maintain machine coolant and oil levels to support optimal machine performance.
• Carry out routine patrol inspections, checking and recording critical dimensions and product features during production runs.
• Identify and report any quality concerns, defects, or non-conformances immediately to the CNC Setter or Team Leader.
• Perform visual inspections of components where required, ensuring products meet quality standards.
• Accurately identify, record, and move products between production areas.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and cleanliness within the machining area.
• Ensure all tooling, gauges, measuring equipment, and other production assets are handled and stored correctly to prevent damage.
• Provide support and cover across other departments when required to meet business needs.

Skills and Experience

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, organised, and proactive approach to work.
• Previous experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience using inspection and measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, or gauges.
• Understanding of machining processes would be advantageous but is not essential