Machine Operative

Machine Operator

Location: Preston

Pay: £12.70 – £13.30 per hour

Reference: MACHINEOP-DB

Our client, a growing metal stockholder and processor in Preston, is seeking a reliable and hands on Machine Operator to join their expanding production team. This role is ideal for someone experienced in operating machinery, comfortable working in a warehouse environment, and eager to learn new processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently
• Set up tooling and assist with changeovers
• Monitor quality, output, and complete basic production paperwork
• Identify faults, stop machinery safely if required, and escalate issues
• Carry out routine cleaning and basic operator maintenance
• Work to production targets without compromising safety or quality

Requirements:

• Experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or production environment
• Good mechanical awareness and a practical, problem-solving mindset
• Comfortable with measurements, quality checks, and completing paperwork
• Calm under pressure with a positive attitude to safety and standards
• Reliable timekeeping and flexibility with tasks and workload

Desirable Skills:

• FLT Counterbalance and/or gantry crane license
• Steel processing experience
• Experience with changeovers, setting, or basic fault-finding
• Familiarity with manufacturing quality checks (e.g., micrometers/verniers, visual inspection)

Package Details:

• Competitive hourly rate (£12.70 – £13.30 per hour)
• Stable, long-term role with full training
• Employee suggestion scheme and company events
• Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00

To Contact Direct:

Daniel Barnett

Senior Executive Consultant

0151 209 2050

daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk

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