Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester
Pay Rate: £13.50 – £14.00 per hour
Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts (06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00)
Job Type: Full-time, ongoing
Proactive Personnel are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing company in Wigan. We are currently looking for experienced Machine Operators to work on rotating shifts in a fast-paced production environment.
Machine Operator – Job Description
As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining manufacturing machinery while ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are met.
Key Responsibilities
* Operating manufacturing and production machinery
* Machine setting and adjustments (desirable)
* Following the daily and weekly production plan
* Using production PC systems to record:
* Production data
* Downtime and faults
* Quality checks and inspections
* Product specifications
* Operating and navigating machine HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces)
* Working with automated machinery and production lines
* Completing AM and PM checks and maintenance schedules
* Maintaining housekeeping standards in line with 5S principles
* Identifying quality issues, faults, and inefficiencies
Skills and Experience Required
* Previous experience as a Machine Operator in a manufacturing or production environment
* Experience with machine setting or changeovers is advantageous
* Strong computer skills and experience using production-based systems
* Confident using HMIs and automated equipment
* Understanding of quality standards, specifications, and inspections
* Knowledge of AM/PM routines and 5S manufacturing practices
* Ability to work rotating shifts
What’s on Offer
* Hourly pay rate of £13.50 – £14.00, depending on experience
* Full-time hours with rotating shifts
* Long-term, ongoing work with a reputable manufacturer – permanent roles on offer
* Weekly pay
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Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Salary description
£13.00 - £13.72 per hour