Slitting Machine Operator

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company based in Birmingham is seeking a Slitting Machine Operator to set up and operate metal processing machinery while maintaining quality and safety standards. The successful candidate will have experience with slitting machinery and possess good mechanical skills. This full-time position offers £13 to £14 per hour plus a bonus, with responsibilities including preventive maintenance and compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate metal slitting machinery is essential.
• GCSE level or equivalent with good maths is essential.
• Mechanical and technical skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate metal processing machinery.
• Maintain quality and safety standards.
• Document actions by completing job cards.
• Complete preventive maintenance requirements.
• Comply with Health & Safety and HR policies.

Skills

Ability to operate metal slitting machinery

Good maths skills

Mechanical and technical skills

Understanding of health and safety regulations

Willingness to work on a flexible basis

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Job description

£13 to £14 per hour, to £14 per hour + Bonus

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

22/02/2026

About this job

Slitting Machine Operator, Birmingham, up to £14 per hour Bonus My client is a manufacturing company supplying high precision metal components to customers across the UK. Role summary: Setting up and operating metal processing machinery; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Plan machining by studying job cards, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances, and setting up accurately.
• Load feed mechanism by lifting material into position.
• Maintain specifications by observing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Document actions by completing job cards.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplish company goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area.
• When the situation arises, work in other areas as directed.
• Comply with the company’s Health & Safety and HR policies and procedures.
• Safeguard the values under your control and observe the security of the Company’s premises, property, and confidential information.

Candidate Requirements

• The ability to operate metal slitting machinery.
• GCSE level or equivalent, good maths is essential.
• Good level of fitness.
• Mechanical and technical skills.
• An understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Honesty and reliability.
• A willingness to work on a flexible basis.
• To apply for this opportunity, you must be living in the United Kingdom with full leave to remain as sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

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