Thorn Baker Group
Automated Machine Operator
Automated Machine Operator at Thorn Baker Group, based in Barlborough, paying £13.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £13.00 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site · Night shifts
- Location
- Barlborough
- Closing date
- Sector
- Machine Operator
15% below the typical rate for machine operator
Reference 314750
About the role
Machine Operator – Chesterfield
£13.89 per hour | 4 On 4 Off | Days & Nights
Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Machine Operator to join a busy, modern manufacturing business based in the Chesterfield area.
This is a long-term opportunity for someone with previous automated production or manufacturing experience, confident operating machinery, carrying out changeovers and identifying mechanical faults.
The Role:
• Operating and monitoring automated production and assembly machinery
• Setting up machines and carrying out changeovers and adjustments
• Monitoring production output and maintaining quality standards
• Carrying out basic mechanical fault finding and first-line maintenance
• Identifying product defects and reporting issues
• Completing production paperwork and maintaining a clean, safe working area
Hours & Pay:
• £13.89 per hour
• 4 on 4 off continental shift pattern
• 2 x 12-hour days (6am – 6pm)
• 2 x 12-hour nights (6pm – 6am)
• 4 days off
What We're Looking For:
• Minimum 2 years' automated machine operating experience
• Minimum 2 years' manufacturing or production experience
• Experience with machine setups, changeovers and fault finding
• Good understanding of quality control and health & safety
• Reliable, flexible and hardworking
• Full UK driving licence and own transport essential
If you're an experienced Machine Operator looking for a long-term manufacturing opportunity, apply today!
A Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment consultant will be in touch.
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Reference: 314750 · Posted 14 hours ago · Closes 2 Dec 2026 · Listed via Thorn Baker Group
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