Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Location: Sparkford, Somerset

Pay Rate: £15.26 per hour

Full-time | 40 Hours Per Week | Overtime Available

Rotating Shifts | 1 Week Early / 1 Week Late

Interaction Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Machine Operator to join a busy and established manufacturing operation in Sparkford.

Shift Pattern

• Early Shift (1 week): Monday – Thursday 6:00am – 3:00pm, Friday 6:00am – 12:00pm
• Late Shift (1 week): Monday – Thursday 2:00pm – 11:00pm, Friday 11:00am – 5:00pm

The Role

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for setting and operating a range of machinery, including Press Brakes, CNC Routers and Lasers.

You will work with a variety of materials including mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium and plastic, ensuring materials are correctly checked for size, thickness and grade.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting and operating Press Brake, CNC Router and Laser machinery.
• Loading and unloading sheet materials and finished parts.
• Using nesting software to optimise material usage.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings.
• Working from Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Measuring, cutting and inspecting finished components.
• Forming and folding sheet metal and plate using a Press Brake.
• Deburring and finishing components.
• Sorting finished parts by job and material.
• Checking completed work against technical drawings and quality standards.
• Completing production and quality documentation.
• Carrying out basic machine maintenance procedures.
• Identifying potential risks and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Working with colleagues to achieve On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets.
• Operating other machinery when required.
• Maintaining excellent Health & Safety standards at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience operating Press Brake, CNC Router or Laser machinery.
• Experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Experience using measuring equipment such as verniers, protractors, squares and tape measures.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of nesting software is advantageous.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, self-motivated and productive approach to work.
• Ability to work comfortably within a physically active manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office/365, Sage or CIM50 would also be beneficial but is not essential.

Why Apply?

• £15.26 per hour
• Full-time permanent opportunity
• 40-hour working week
• Overtime opportunities available
• Rotating early and late shifts
• Opportunity to develop your engineering and machine operating skills
• Work within an established manufacturing environment
• Ongoing support from Interaction Recruitment

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