Trainee Machine Operative

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metal fabrication business is looking for a Trainee Machine Operative to join their team in Leicester Forest East. This role offers full training and is a great opportunity to build a long-term career in engineering and manufacturing. Responsibilities include handling sheet metal, loading machines, and maintaining safety procedures. The ideal candidate should have attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and within a team. Competitive pay and excellent benefits are included.

Benefits

Permanent position

Excellent training opportunity

Career progression

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment (desirable).
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Handling and moving sheet metal.
• Loading and unloading machines.
• Carrying out basic self-inspection.
• Maintaining general housekeeping and following all Health & Safety procedures.
• Supporting wider production tasks as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Job description

Job Role: Trainee Machine Operative
Location: Leicestershire, LE2
Shift: Monday - Thursday, 7:30am - 4:45pm and Friday, 7:30am - 12:30pm
Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour

Benefits

• Permanent position
• Excellent training opportunity
• Career progression
• Free parking

About the Company

A leading metal fabrication business located in the East midlands that produces light and medium sheet metal fabrications for the UK and worldwide. The company have continually invested in state-of-the-art machinery to ensure cost effective and quality parts.

The Trainee Machine Operative Role

This is a great opportunity to build a long-term career in engineering and manufacturing, with full training provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling and moving sheet metal
• Loading and unloading machines
• Carrying out basic self-inspection
• Maintaining general housekeeping and following all Health & Safety procedures
• Supporting wider production tasks as required

About You

• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment (desirable)
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety

Apply

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