Machine Operative
Posted 12/05/2026 by Pertemps North West and North Wales
Process Operator –C2
Working Hours: Average 36 hours per week on rotating shifts:
Week 1 - Mon-Thu 05:45-13:45, Fri 06:00-15:00
Week 2 - Mon-Thu 13:30-22:15
Location: Chester (Cheshire)
Salary: £16.44 per hour (including shift allowance)
The Role
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Process Operator will be responsible for operating and monitoring manufacturing processes within a designated production cell. Full cross-training will be provided.
This role involves the production of sheet lead using a variety of machinery, including rolling mills, slitters, and saws, while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
What We’re Looking For
What You’ll Receive
Working Hours: Average 36 hours per week on rotating shifts:
Week 1 - Mon-Thu 05:45-13:45, Fri 06:00-15:00
Week 2 - Mon-Thu 13:30-22:15
Location: Chester (Cheshire)
Salary: £16.44 per hour (including shift allowance)
The Role
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Process Operator will be responsible for operating and monitoring manufacturing processes within a designated production cell. Full cross-training will be provided.
This role involves the production of sheet lead using a variety of machinery, including rolling mills, slitters, and saws, while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
- Achieve daily production targets in line with departmental requirements
- Identify, report, and escalate equipment faults or issues that could impact production
- Ensure all machinery and operating conditions are correctly set prior to manufacture
- Accurately record production output and other operational data as required
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area at all times
- Adhere to all company systems, procedures, and health & safety standards
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing or heavy engineering environment
- Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (beneficial but not essential)
- Strong team-working skills
- Flexible and reliable approach to work
What You’ll Receive
- Full training and support within a reputable and established business
- Competitive hourly rate with shift allowance
- Attractive benefits package, including:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Healthcare cash plan (after successful probation)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
- Free on-site parking
- Type:
- Permanent
- Start Date:
- 23/05/2026
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- 128106633
- Job ID:
- 225098519
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