Machine Operator
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Job Summary
Machine Operator Woodworking
Salary: 27000 to 32000 per annum (higher for experienced wood machinists)
Hours: Monday to Friday 7am to 3pm plus optional overtime on Saturday mornings
Location: Barking IG11
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
An established manufacturing business is recruiting for a Machine Operator to join its busy production team. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in engineering manufacturing machine operating or similar hands on environments.
Timber machining experience is beneficial but not essential. Full training will be provided. The key requirement is an excellent eye for detail strong measurement skills and confidence working with industrial machinery.
Candidates with full wood machining experience will be offered a higher starting salary in line with their skills and capability.
Key Responsibilities
Reading and interpreting technical drawings and job specifications
Accurately measuring marking and preparing materials
Selecting the correct type and quantity of timber for each job
Setting up and operating woodworking machinery including band saws circular saws cross-cut saws and spindle molders
Carrying out quality checks to ensure components meet precise standards
Performing routine maintenance on machines including cleaning lubrication and blade changes
Following all health and safety procedures and using PPE correctly
Completing production paperwork such as job sheets and inspection records
Required Skills and Experience
Experience as a machine operator in wood engineering manufacturing metal plastics or similar environments
Strong attention to detail with accurate measurement skills
Ability to interpret technical drawings or willingness to learn
Comfortable with physical tasks and manual handling
Confident operating or learning to operate production machinery
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Whats On Offer
Competitive salary of 27000 to 32000 with higher salaries available for experienced wood machinists
Full training provided for candidates without timber experience
Stable working hours 7am3pm Monday to Friday
Optional Saturday morning overtime
Long-term career opportunity with scope to develop specialist skills
If you have machine operating experience and want a secure well supported role where you can learn new skills we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV.
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Forklift
- Calipers
- Basic Math
- Math
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Stamping Press
- Plastics Blow Molding
- Micrometer
- Plastics Extrusion
- Plastics Injection Molding
- Sewing
- Manufacturing
