Machine Operative

Northampton Business Directory; Hampshire (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering business is looking for 12 permanent Machine Operatives in Hampshire. You will operate various machines and contribute to high-spec industries such as aerospace and defence. The role includes a competitive hourly wage, relocation support, and a stable work environment with a focus on training and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Up to £3,000 relocation package

4-day work week

Annual discretionary bonus

Investment in training

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC, turning, milling, grinding, deburring, or gear cutting.
• Comfortable working permanent afternoon shifts.
• Willing to complete initial training on day shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines such as lathes, grinders, and CNCs.
• Work from engineering drawings to tight tolerances.
• Deliver quality output within production deadlines.

Skills

Machining

Teamwork

Quality Control

Job description

Up to £21/hour + Overtime + Bonus + Upto £3,000 Relocation Support

Brand-New Factory | 4-Day Work Week | Permanent Afternoon Shift



Location: Hampshire – near Farnborough & Aldershot

What’s in It for You?

1. Competitive hourly rate – up to £21/hour depending on experience


2. Up to £3,000 relocation package for those moving to the area


3. 4-day work week (Monday to Thursday, 14:45–00:00 – 37 hours)


4. Overtime paid at 1.5x


5. Weekly pay


6. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays


7. Annual discretionary bonus


8. New, state-of-the-art factory and machinery


9. Clean, modern working environment


10. Permanent, secure employment in a growing business


11. Investment in training and long-term career progression

About the Machine Operative Opportunity:

Due to continued expansion and the opening of a brand-new factory, we are recruiting 12 permanent machinists across various disciplines for a leading precision engineering business in Hampshire. This company supplies to high-spec industries such as aerospace and defence and has made major investments in technology and infrastructure.

Roles available include CNC Turning, Gear Cutting, Grinding, Lapping, Deburring, and more. You’ll be joining a newly formed afternoon shift team and will receive full onboarding and training.

What You’ll Be Doing as a Machine Operative:

1. Operate machines such as lathes, grinders, gear cutters or CNCs


2. Work from engineering drawings to tight tolerances


3. Deliver quality output within production deadlines


4. Collaborate with colleagues in a team-focused environment


5. Complete a 12-week training period on day shift (06:30–15:15 Mon–Thu, Fri 06:00–13:00) before transitioning to afternoon shift

What We’re Looking For as a Machine Operative:

1. Experience in machining: CNC, turning, milling, grinding, deburring, or gear cutting


2. Comfortable working permanent afternoon shifts


3. Willing to complete initial training on day shift


4. Team player with a proactive mindset


5. Right to work in the UK

Ready for a long-term career in a high-tech, high-growth engineering environment?

Click and Apply now to be considered for this genuinely exciting career opportunity!