Machine Operator Setter in North East

North East Full-Time 15 - 15 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible

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At a Glance

Tasks: Set up and operate machinery for drilling, grinding, and milling tasks.
Company: A well-established manufacturer known for precision and quality in Durham.
Benefits: Earn between £14.40 - £15.00 per hour plus shift allowance and overtime pay.
Other info: The role includes a rotating shift pattern and a 39-hour work week.
Why this job: Join a hands-on production team with excellent earning potential and structured shifts.
Qualifications: Proven experience in setting and operating precision production machinery is required.

The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 £ per hour.

Exceptional new opportunity for a skilled Machine Setter / Operator. Our client is a well‑established manufacturer that prides itself on precision and quality. They are offering a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on, detail‑oriented individual to join their production team, offering a structured shift pattern and excellent earning potential.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate machinery to perform essential tasks such as drilling, grinding and milling.
Read and interpret technical blueprints and design models to ensure absolute accuracy.
Load raw materials into the machines and adjust settings for optimal performance.
Monitor the equipment during operation, making necessary adjustments to speed, material feed and cutting paths.
Inspect and measure finished products using precision measuring instruments to ensure they conform to exact specifications.
Maintain detailed production documentation and quality records for the department.
Perform basic preventative and corrective maintenance on machinery to minimise downtime.
Adhere strictly to all health and safety regulations, including wearing the appropriate PPE at all times.
Maintain a clean, orderly and hazard‑free workspace.

Qualifications

Proven experience in setting and operating precision production or engineering machinery.
Strong ability to read technical blueprints and interpret engineering models.
Excellent attention to detail with experience using precision measuring instruments.
A dedicated approach to workplace safety, cleanliness and standard operating procedures.
Ability to work effectively within a structured, rotating shift pattern.

Working Hours & Shift Pattern

This position operates on a 39‑hour week with a fortnightly rotating shift pattern:
Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:00pm, Monday to Friday (Paid at the basic hourly rate).
Back Shift: 2:00pm - 12:00am, Monday to Thursday (Attracts an additional 1/5 Back Shift Allowance).
Overtime: Any hours worked over 39 per week are paid at time and a half.
Breaks: 30‑minute unpaid daily lunch break.