Adecco
Machine Operative
Machine Operative at Adecco, based in Whitehaven, North West England, paying £32,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £32,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Whitehaven, North West England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Machine Operator
About 8% above the going rate for machine operator
Reference 57416174
About the role
Machine Operator
Our client a global, leading manufacturing company are recruiting for a permanent, full time Machine Operator to join their team.
The main duties are setting up, operation and general housekeeping of one of the machines within production department. The roles will report directly to the Shift Supervisor.
Main Duties:
- Ensuring HSE best practices are followed throughout department
- Setting up and operating machines
- Enabling the production of quality products off the machines in a timely manner
- Ensuring machines are operated efficiently in line with SSOWs and best maintenance practices.
- Driving continuous improvement opportunities, including waste reduction and production efficiencies
- Performing other tasks within the production department when required and trained to do so such as packing, checking & fulfilment.
Key Skills & Knowledge:
- Demonstrated commitment to good health and safety practices.
- Experience of working within a manufacturing environment is essential.
- Demonstrated ability to work towards tight production deadlines without compromising safety, quality or waste expectations.
- Excellent communication and team working skills.
- Ability to identify and act upon process improvement opportunities
- Experience of working with similar operating equipment would be an advantage.
- NVQ level 3 in mechanical engineering or similar discipline would be an advantage.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and SMED techniques would be an advantage.
Hours/Salary
The role will be shift based working a rotating pattern of 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm Monday-Friday
Salary - £32,000 per annum
If you meet the above criteria and would like to apply, please email an up to date CV
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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Reference: 57416174 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 13 Nov 2026 · Listed via Adecco
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