Machine Operator

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2020 Recruitment are working with our Midlothian based manufacturer who are looking to add an experienced Machine Operator to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is a nightshift position working Monday to Thursday from 10pm to 8am.

The successful candidate will have experience of setting and running machines within a manufacturing environment.

The Role

As the Machine Operator you will be responsible for quick, efficient tool changes and the production of parts of a high standard of quality the meets the clients expectations. As you will be working within a small team it is essential that you are able to operate as a team player and assist within all areas of the manufacturing department.

Duties & Responsibilities

As the Machine Operator your duties will include:

  • Setting injection-moulding machines

  • Process optimisation

  • Production troubleshooting

  • Tool changes

  • Basic machine maintenance

  • Maintaining health & safety at all times

    Requirements

    To be considered for the Machine Operator role you must have the following experience:

  • Previous experience within a manufacturing environment

  • Experience of setting and running machinery

  • Ideally experience of injection moulding machines

  • Experience with the following machinery would be advantageous: - Arburg, Billion, Sumitomo Demag & Sandretto and Wittman & Seppro robots.

  • Live local and within a commutable distance of Midlothian

  • Must have the right to work in the UK

    Package

    As the Machine Operator you will be offered the following:

  • Salary based on experience and knowledge

  • Training and development opportunities

  • Occasional visits to sites throughout the country to see how they operate

  • Career progression

  • Fantastic working environment

    Apply

    To apply for this role or to learn more about it please send a CV to Robert at 2020 Recruitment

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