Trainee Machine Operator

Rainham Steel Co.; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Structured training program with no-ex

Job summary

Rainham Steel Co Ltd in Scunthorpe is recruiting a Trainee Machine Operator to join the production team. You will operate cutting and bending rebar machines, perform quality checks on finished products and assemble bundles for packing. The role offers paid overtime when required and a structured training program.

Full-time position with 42.5 hours per week, starting at 6am. Training provided with no prior experience necessary, and opportunities for promotion and career development within the

Qualifications

• Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Physically able to cope with reasonable manual handling.
• Organised, motivated and reliable with excellent timekeeping.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, pressurised environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English for health and safety and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate cutting and bending rebar machines safely and effectively
• Produce different shapes of rebar to specification and quality check finished products
• Assemble and prepare bundles for packing
• Maintain a tidy and safe working environment
• Work flexibly to accommodate paid overtime when needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Manual handling

Reliability

Time management

English proficiency

Job description

Are you ready to start your career in steel manufacturing? Rainham Steel Co Ltd has an exciting Trainee Machine Operator opportunity!

Location: Scunthorpe, DN15 8XF

Salary: £573.75 per week (£13.50 per hour) depending on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Hours: 42.5 hours per week, 6am to 3.30pm

About Us:

Rainham Steel Co Ltd is a leading UK steel stockholder with an established presence in the industry. Based at Althorpe Wharf in Scunthorpe, we are experiencing ongoing growth and expansion. We pride ourselves on offering a dynamic and friendly working environment where our team can thrive within a secure company.

Trainee Machine Operator - The Role:

In this role, you will work as part of our production team, reporting to supervisors while gaining valuable hands‑on experience in steel operations. You will operate cutting and bending rebar machines to produce different shapes of rebar, perform quality checks on finished products, and assemble bundles for packing. You will maintain a tidy and safe working environment at all times and be flexible to undertake paid overtime when necessary.

Trainee Machine Operator - Key Responsibilities:

• Operate cutting and bending rebar machines safely and effectively
• Produce different shapes of rebar to specification and quality check finished products
• Assemble and prepare bundles for packing
• Maintain a tidy and safe working environment
• Work flexibly to accommodate paid overtime when needed

Trainee Machine Operator - You:

• Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Physically able to cope with reasonable manual handling
• Organised, motivated and reliable with excellent timekeeping
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, pressurised environment
• Ability to communicate effectively in English for health and safety and operational requirements

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Structured training program with no experience necessary; all training will be provided
• Mentoring and support from experienced colleagues
• Promotion and career development opportunities
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays