Machine Operator/Setter
Full Time, Permanent
-14.40 - -15.00 per hour (plus shift allowance)
Durham

CMD Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with our client on an 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.

In this role, you will work closely with the Cell/Shift Team Leader to achieve production objectives, maintain exceptional quality standards, and deliver precision work as efficiently as possible. You will take direct responsibility for the setup and running of key machinery, alongside overseeing daily maintenance and workplace safety.

As a Machine Setter / Operator, you will play a central role in the smooth running of the manufacturing facility.

• 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

Our client is seeking a candidate who brings both the technical qualifications and the personal qualities to make a real impact.

• 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

This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join a respected business and make a meaningful contribution to their team.

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