Production Operator

Aspirare Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 1,929,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Aspirare Recruitment is seeking a Machine Operator for immediate starts in Glasgow. The role offers day or back shifts (6:00am–2:00pm or 2:00pm–10:00pm), with a temp-to-perm pathway and on-the-job training in a busy production setting.

You will prepare and finish garments for embroidery, maintaining quality and workflow. Ideal candidates have prior production or machine operation experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work reliably as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail essential for embroidery quality checks.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Able to work well in a team in a production environment.
• Willingness to learn and follow standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine on Day Shift 6:00am–2:00pm or Back Shift 2:00pm–10:00pm.
• Prepare garments for embroidery by framing them securely.
• Check garments for marks, defects, and embroidery issues.
• Remove backing, tidy finishes, and ensure high presentation standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable

Team player

Fast-paced work

Job description

Machine Operator, £16.38, Monday–Friday, Temp to Perm, Immediate Start

Benefits

• Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.
• Competitive hourly rates.
• Monday–Friday working pattern.
• Full training provided.
• Opportunity to develop experience within a busy production environment.

Responsibilities

• Day Shift: 6:00am–2:00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch) – 3 positions available
• Back Shift: 2:00pm–10:00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch) – 2 positions available
• Prepare garments for embroidery by accurately and securely framing them.
• Follow job instructions regarding garment positioning and orientation.
• Remove backing, loose threads and finishing materials from completed garments.
• Check garments for marks, defects, incorrect positioning and embroidery issues.
• Fold and pack finished garments neatly to a high presentation standard.
• Keep work areas clean, organised and production-ready.
• Handle garments carefully and support the wider production team to maintain workflow.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a machine operator or within a production/line environment is preferred.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, repetitive production role.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong eye for quality.
• Able to follow instructions accurately and consistently.
• Reliable, punctual and comfortable working as part of a team.
• A clean, careful and organised approach to work.
• Willingness to learn; previous embroidery experience is not essential