- Manufacturing Technician - LoughboroughLocation: Bishop Meadow Road, LoughboroughThe OpportunityAre you detail-oriented with experience in a manufacturing or lab setting? Join our team as a Manufacturing Technician in the Laboratory Products Division, supporting vital research, diagnostic, and clinical environments. This hands-on role involves ensuring the highest quality of our laboratory consumables.Key ResponsibilitiesInspection & Assembly: Inspect, assManufacturing Technician - LoughboroughLocation: Bishop Meadow Road, LoughboroughThe OpportunityAre you detail-oriented with experience in a manufacturing or lab setting? Join our team as a Manufacturing Technician in the Laboratory Products Division, supporting vital research, diagnostic, and clinical environments. This hands-on role involves ensuring the highest quality of our laboratory consumables.Key ResponsibilitiesInspection & Assembly: Inspect, ass
- Dispensary OperativeLocation: SwindonType: Full-time, 12-Month ContractPay: £13.79 per hour + 22% shift allowance Shifts: Mon-Fri (Rotating 07:00-15:00 / 15:00-22:45)Overtime: Available on weekendsThe RoleWe are looking for a focused and reliable Dispensary Operative to join our manufacturing team. This is a critical role ensuring that raw materials are accurately measured, handled, and moved through our facility to keep production running smoothly.You wilDispensary OperativeLocation: SwindonType: Full-time, 12-Month ContractPay: £13.79 per hour + 22% shift allowance Shifts: Mon-Fri (Rotating 07:00-15:00 / 15:00-22:45)Overtime: Available on weekendsThe RoleWe are looking for a focused and reliable Dispensary Operative to join our manufacturing team. This is a critical role ensuring that raw materials are accurately measured, handled, and moved through our facility to keep production running smoothly.You wil
- We're looking for a temporary Production Operative for DS Smith's packaging site in Devizes.If you have production or manufacturing experience, particularly with machine operation, and are punctual, reliable, and proactive. Apply now ! Location: DS Smith Packaging, Mill Road, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 3EW Rate: £14.47ph (increased to £14.99ph after 12 weeks)Overtime available OT 1.5 Weekdays: £21.71 per hour OT 1.75 £25.32ph (Sat AM) OT 2.0 £28.94ph (Sat PWe're looking for a temporary Production Operative for DS Smith's packaging site in Devizes.If you have production or manufacturing experience, particularly with machine operation, and are punctual, reliable, and proactive. Apply now ! Location: DS Smith Packaging, Mill Road, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 3EW Rate: £14.47ph (increased to £14.99ph after 12 weeks)Overtime available OT 1.5 Weekdays: £21.71 per hour OT 1.75 £25.32ph (Sat AM) OT 2.0 £28.94ph (Sat P
- Are you an experienced Forklift Truck Driver looking for a new challenge?Would you like to work 4 days a week (Monday - Thursday)? Receiving a competitive hourly rate and additional benefits.We're currently hiring Forklift Truck Drivers for temporary, ongoing assignments at Caterpillar's Springvale facility in BelfastJob Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:Feed lines with equipment and engine parts.Check orders, part numbers and carAre you an experienced Forklift Truck Driver looking for a new challenge?Would you like to work 4 days a week (Monday - Thursday)? Receiving a competitive hourly rate and additional benefits.We're currently hiring Forklift Truck Drivers for temporary, ongoing assignments at Caterpillar's Springvale facility in BelfastJob Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:Feed lines with equipment and engine parts.Check orders, part numbers and car
- Are you an experienced Forklift Truck Driver looking for a new challenge?Would you like to work 4 days a week (Monday - Thursday)? Receiving a competitive hourly rate and additional benefits.We're currently hiring Forklift Truck Drivers for temporary, ongoing assignments at Caterpillar's Springvale facility in BelfastJob Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:Feed lines with equipment and engine parts.Check orders, part numbers and carAre you an experienced Forklift Truck Driver looking for a new challenge?Would you like to work 4 days a week (Monday - Thursday)? Receiving a competitive hourly rate and additional benefits.We're currently hiring Forklift Truck Drivers for temporary, ongoing assignments at Caterpillar's Springvale facility in BelfastJob Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:Feed lines with equipment and engine parts.Check orders, part numbers and car
- Job Opportunity: Goods-in OperativeWe are seeking a reliable and motivated Goods-in Operative to join our warehouse team in Loughborough (Bishop Meadow Road). In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring products are received, stored, and shipped accurately and efficiently, adhering to high standards of safety and quality.Role OverviewPay Rate: £13.20 per hourSalary Equivalent: £26,083Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00Hours: 38 hours peJob Opportunity: Goods-in OperativeWe are seeking a reliable and motivated Goods-in Operative to join our warehouse team in Loughborough (Bishop Meadow Road). In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring products are received, stored, and shipped accurately and efficiently, adhering to high standards of safety and quality.Role OverviewPay Rate: £13.20 per hourSalary Equivalent: £26,083Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00Hours: 38 hours pe
- Do you have any production operative experience ?Are you based in and around Louth ? Role: OperativeLocation: Louth, Grimsby RoadRate: £13.28ph - £19.92 (OT 1.5 also available)Contract length: 3 months (likely to be extended)Shifts: X2 days, X2 nights and X4 off (42 hours per week, paid breaks)Days are 06:00-18:00 and nights are 18:00-06:00Start: ASAP (within one week)Responsibilities:● Operate and maintain production machinery● Maintain high hygiene and hDo you have any production operative experience ?Are you based in and around Louth ? Role: OperativeLocation: Louth, Grimsby RoadRate: £13.28ph - £19.92 (OT 1.5 also available)Contract length: 3 months (likely to be extended)Shifts: X2 days, X2 nights and X4 off (42 hours per week, paid breaks)Days are 06:00-18:00 and nights are 18:00-06:00Start: ASAP (within one week)Responsibilities:● Operate and maintain production machinery● Maintain high hygiene and h
- Manufacturing Operator IIThe RoleJoin a fast-paced manufacturing team dedicated to producing products that contribute to global health and safety. As a Process Operator, you will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing and packaging of dehydrated culture media.Location: BasingstokeType: Full-time, 12-Month ContractPay Rate: £12.90 per hourHours: 40 hours per weekShift: Weekly rotation (06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00)This is a dynamic, hands-on role whManufacturing Operator IIThe RoleJoin a fast-paced manufacturing team dedicated to producing products that contribute to global health and safety. As a Process Operator, you will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing and packaging of dehydrated culture media.Location: BasingstokeType: Full-time, 12-Month ContractPay Rate: £12.90 per hourHours: 40 hours per weekShift: Weekly rotation (06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00)This is a dynamic, hands-on role wh
- Manufacturing Technician IIRole OverviewWe are looking for a detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician to join our production team. In this role, you will play a vital part in the assembly and testing of medical devices. You will be responsible for maintaining high-quality standards, following strict safety protocols, and ensuring all production documentation is accurate.Location: Birmingham Pay Rate: £12.65 per hourType: Full-timeContract: 3 months (potentManufacturing Technician IIRole OverviewWe are looking for a detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician to join our production team. In this role, you will play a vital part in the assembly and testing of medical devices. You will be responsible for maintaining high-quality standards, following strict safety protocols, and ensuring all production documentation is accurate.Location: Birmingham Pay Rate: £12.65 per hourType: Full-timeContract: 3 months (potent
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machine operator jobs overview
On this page, you will find a list of our current machine operator jobs and an overview of the typical responsibilities and expectations of a machine operator. You can compare and filter relevant machine operator positions based on specialism, location and salary to find your ideal job match.
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machine operator jobs contract types
Machine operator jobs are available in the following contract types:
- machine operator jobs – permanent: in a permanent position, you work as a machine operator until retirement or resignation. You enjoy a steady income and job security.
- machine operator jobs – temporary: in a temporary position, you work in machine operations for a few months. You can build your experience without committing to a long-term role.
- machine operator jobs – contract: in a contract, you work for a fixed period stipulated in the agreement. You have the flexibility of moving on to other roles when the contract lapses.
- machine operator jobs – full-time: in a full-time machine operator role, you work the stipulated work hours, usually in shifts or traditional business hours, allowing you to maintain a regular schedule. Full-time machine operator jobs can be on a fixed, temporary or permanent basis.
- machine operator jobs – part-time: in a part-time position, you work a few hours a week. You enjoy reduced working hours, resulting in a great work-life balance.
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about machine operator jobs
As a machine operator, you operate machines and equipment used in production or manufacturing processes. You feed raw materials into the machines and fine-tune the calibrations to ensure quality products. In case issues arise, you diagnose the problems and fix them. Your knowledge of work safety is also useful in ensuring safe operation in the production unit.
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how much does a machine operator make in the UK?
You will find more information on the machine operator salary on the machine operator job profile page. You can also find the salary for each specific job shown here if you click on the description.
how to apply for machine operator jobs
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how do I apply for a job as a machine operator?
If you are interested in becoming a machine operator, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the 'education and qualifications' section of our machine operator job profile.
To become a machine operator in the UK, complete a college course to gain knowledge in machine operations. You can start with a Level 1 Certificate in Engineering and Manufacturing or a Level 2 Certificate in Mechanical Engineering. Improve your employment prospects with professional certifications, such as the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Product Technician certificate.
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