Guillotine Operator
MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED · Glasgow, Scotland
Guillotine Operator at MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED, based in Glasgow, Scotland. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Glasgow, Scotland
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 22 hours ago
- Closes
- 7 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Machine Operator
Reference https://peoplesolutions.co.uk/job/guillotine-operator/
About the role
Guillotine Operator (Sheet Metal) – Govan, Glasgow
People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Guillotine Operator to join our well-established client based in Govan, Glasgow.
This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, Monday to Friday working hours, and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression within a busy manufacturing environment.
This would suit applicants who have worked as a Sheet Metal Worker, Metal Fabricator, or Machine Operator.
Rates of Pay:
- Up to £13.50 per hour, depending on experience
Shift Pattern:
- Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 16:45
- Friday: 08:00 – 15:00
- No weekend working
Benefits:
Your benefits as a Guillotine Operator are:
- 32 days’ holiday (24 annual leave plus 8 public holidays)
- Free on-site parking
- Company pension scheme
- Overtime opportunities, subject to workload
- Career development opportunities
- Monthly team incentives
- Long-term employment opportunities
Day-to-Day Duties:
Your duties as a Guillotine Operator are:
- Operating sheet metal guillotine machinery, including Amada equipment
- Cutting aluminium, stainless steel, and other sheet metal products
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings and job specifications
- Measuring and cutting materials accurately to required dimensions
- Using a variety of hand and power tools
- Inspecting finished products to ensure quality and accuracy standards are met
- Handling and moving metal sheets safely
- Following all company health and safety procedures
- Maintaining a clean and organised work area
Essential Skills:
To be successful as a Guillotine Operator, you will need:
- Previous experience in sheet metal fabrication, metal cutting, or a similar manufacturing environment
- The ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Good measuring skills and excellent attention to detail
- Confidence operating industrial machinery
- The ability to handle and manoeuvre metal sheets safely
- A reliable attitude and strong work ethic
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Training:
- On-the-job training provided
- Ongoing support and development
- Opportunities to develop additional manufacturing skills
Apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity as a Guillotine Operator, please apply today with your up-to-date CV and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.
Immediate interviews are available at our client’s site in Govan, with a view to the successful candidate starting as soon as possible.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process
Ref: 4.GUILL/CMC
Reference: https://peoplesolutions.co.uk/job/guillotine-operator/ · Posted 22 hours ago · Closes 7 Nov 2026 · Listed via MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED
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