Production Operator

Oakleaf Forestry Ltd; Portadown; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a Production Operator to join their busy workshop. The role involves general production tasks, maintaining a clean work area, and safely operating machinery. Candidates should have experience with CNC Plasma cutting and press machinery, along with strong problem-solving skills. The position offers competitive pay and a stable work environment, along with opportunities for skill development.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Permanent day shift

Stable work environment

Opportunity to develop skills

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate a forklift truck.
• Good understanding of health and safety in an engineering environment.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and tidy work area.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general production and fabrication tasks.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and well-organised work area.
• Load, unload, and move materials using a forklift truck.
• Follow all health, safety, and quality procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Health and safety understanding

Follow instructions

Teamwork

CNC Plasma cutting

Press machinery operation

Problem-solving skills

Job description

We’re looking for a Production Operator to join our busy engineering workshop. Carry out general production and fabrication tasks as required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general production and fabrication tasks as required.Maintain a clean, tidy, and well-organised work area.
• Load, unload, and move materials using a forklift truck.Follow all health, safety, and quality procedures.

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate a forklift truck.
• Good understanding of health and safety in an engineering environment.
• Ability to follow instructions, drawings, and work procedures.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, tidy, and organised work area.
• Able to work well as part of a team.
• Experience operating CNC Plasma cutting machines.
• Experience working with press machinery.
• Previous experience in an engineering or fabrication workshop.
• Forklift licence and experience handling steel or heavy material.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.

Further Information

What we offer: Competitive rates of pay. Permanent day shift. Stable work in a well-equipped engineering environment. Supportive team and opportunity to develop your skills.