- Are you looking to grow your skills working for a recognised global brand? Do you want to work in a challenging and quality driven manufacturing environment? If so, this role at Caterpillar Skinningrove could be for you ... The Manual Line Operator is a fully flexible worker able to work at many of the work stations in the factory. They must work from established operation instructions, specifications, oral and written instructions. The work includes manAre you looking to grow your skills working for a recognised global brand? Do you want to work in a challenging and quality driven manufacturing environment? If so, this role at Caterpillar Skinningrove could be for you ... The Manual Line Operator is a fully flexible worker able to work at many of the work stations in the factory. They must work from established operation instructions, specifications, oral and written instructions. The work includes man
- Do you have experience in driving a forklift ? Are you based in or around Clay Cross?Role: Production/Forklift OperativeLocation: DS Smith Packaging, Pilsley Rd, Danesmoor, Clay Cross, Chesterfield S45 9BYRate: £17.05phContract length: 3 monthsShift Patterns: Monday to Friday on 3 shift rotation (days, nights, afters) 37.5hours per weekStart: ASAP (within 1-2 weeks)Responsibilities:Safely operating machinery to create packaging product for DS Smith's clienDo you have experience in driving a forklift ? Are you based in or around Clay Cross?Role: Production/Forklift OperativeLocation: DS Smith Packaging, Pilsley Rd, Danesmoor, Clay Cross, Chesterfield S45 9BYRate: £17.05phContract length: 3 monthsShift Patterns: Monday to Friday on 3 shift rotation (days, nights, afters) 37.5hours per weekStart: ASAP (within 1-2 weeks)Responsibilities:Safely operating machinery to create packaging product for DS Smith's clien
- Are you an experienced Production Operative?Maybe you have experience as a Machine Operative?Are you based in or around Louth?We have an initially temporary Operative role available within DS Smiths Louth site. DS Smith are an international packaging company that focuses on sustainable and plastic free packaging. The successful applicant will be someone with previous experience within a Manufacturing environment and considers themselves to be proactive, reAre you an experienced Production Operative?Maybe you have experience as a Machine Operative?Are you based in or around Louth?We have an initially temporary Operative role available within DS Smiths Louth site. DS Smith are an international packaging company that focuses on sustainable and plastic free packaging. The successful applicant will be someone with previous experience within a Manufacturing environment and considers themselves to be proactive, re
- Do you excel in a structured environment where precision and quality are a top priority? If so, we want you to join our team in Witney as a Manufacturing Technician on the night shift.You'll be part of a team that manufactures life-changing medical products. You will operate and monitor advanced equipment, ensuring the smooth production of Strip and Sensor products used for self and medical diagnosis. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to essentDo you excel in a structured environment where precision and quality are a top priority? If so, we want you to join our team in Witney as a Manufacturing Technician on the night shift.You'll be part of a team that manufactures life-changing medical products. You will operate and monitor advanced equipment, ensuring the smooth production of Strip and Sensor products used for self and medical diagnosis. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to essent
- Are you a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual? Do you thrive in an environment where precision and quality are a top priority? If so, we want you to join our team in Witney as a Manufacturing Technician.In this crucial role, you'll be part of a team that manufactures life-changing medical products. You will operate and monitor advanced equipment, ensuring the smooth production of Strip and Sensor products used for self and medical diagnosis. ThAre you a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual? Do you thrive in an environment where precision and quality are a top priority? If so, we want you to join our team in Witney as a Manufacturing Technician.In this crucial role, you'll be part of a team that manufactures life-changing medical products. You will operate and monitor advanced equipment, ensuring the smooth production of Strip and Sensor products used for self and medical diagnosis. Th
- Do you have experience in a Production/Manufacturing environment ? Are you based in or around Redditch? Role: Machine OperativeLocation: DS Smith Packaging, Redditch B98 0RA, United KingdomRate: £12.21- £14.65 Per hour basic Shift Patterns:Week 1: Days - 06.00 - 14.30 Mon to Thursday & Friday 06.00 -12.00Week 2: Afternoon - 14.00 - 22.30 Mon to Thursday & Friday 11.30 - 17.30Start: ASAP Responsibilities:Working in line with Health and Safety guidance andDo you have experience in a Production/Manufacturing environment ? Are you based in or around Redditch? Role: Machine OperativeLocation: DS Smith Packaging, Redditch B98 0RA, United KingdomRate: £12.21- £14.65 Per hour basic Shift Patterns:Week 1: Days - 06.00 - 14.30 Mon to Thursday & Friday 06.00 -12.00Week 2: Afternoon - 14.00 - 22.30 Mon to Thursday & Friday 11.30 - 17.30Start: ASAP Responsibilities:Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and
- Do you have experience in a Production environment and hold an FLT Licence? Are you based in or around Kettering? Role: Machine OperativeLocation: DS Smith Packaging, Cromwell House,Altendiez Way, Kettering, NN15 5YZ United KingdomRate: £17.77 Per hour basic Shift Patterns: 10 PM - 6 AM Sunday to FridayStart: ASAP Responsibilities:Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and processes at all timesManaging the setting and running of machineryAchievDo you have experience in a Production environment and hold an FLT Licence? Are you based in or around Kettering? Role: Machine OperativeLocation: DS Smith Packaging, Cromwell House,Altendiez Way, Kettering, NN15 5YZ United KingdomRate: £17.77 Per hour basic Shift Patterns: 10 PM - 6 AM Sunday to FridayStart: ASAP Responsibilities:Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and processes at all timesManaging the setting and running of machineryAchiev
- Do you have experience within a production or manufacturing environment? Do you consider yourself to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and an asset to a busy team?Are you based in or around Launceston?This role is ideal for someone with production or manufacturing experience and a safety-first approach, although training will be provided.Role: Production Operative (Double Days)Location: DS Smith Packaging, Hurdon Road, Launceston, PL15 9HNJob Type: Full TimDo you have experience within a production or manufacturing environment? Do you consider yourself to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and an asset to a busy team?Are you based in or around Launceston?This role is ideal for someone with production or manufacturing experience and a safety-first approach, although training will be provided.Role: Production Operative (Double Days)Location: DS Smith Packaging, Hurdon Road, Launceston, PL15 9HNJob Type: Full Tim
- Brazier and Welder (Silver, Brass, Aluminium, Stainless Steel) - Denham, UKSalary: £30,000 per annumHours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (flexible start times for the right candidate)Benefits:Pension: A highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme.Life Assurance: Life assurance with a payout of four times your salary.Training: A personalized training and development plan to help you grow.Healthcare: A healthcare cash plan to help with medicaBrazier and Welder (Silver, Brass, Aluminium, Stainless Steel) - Denham, UKSalary: £30,000 per annumHours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (flexible start times for the right candidate)Benefits:Pension: A highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme.Life Assurance: Life assurance with a payout of four times your salary.Training: A personalized training and development plan to help you grow.Healthcare: A healthcare cash plan to help with medica
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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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