Flame Cutting Machine Operator

Proactive Personnel Ltd

Water Jet / Flame Cutting Machine Operator


Job Type: Temp to Perm
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00am–4:30pm, Friday 8:00am–2:30pm
Future Shift: Once fully trained, the role will move onto nights: 10:00pm–8:00am, 4-on/4-off shift pattern
Pay: Weekly

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Water Jet / Flame Cutting Machine Operator to join an established engineering company. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous flame cutting machine operating experience who is looking to develop their skills within a specialist engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating water jet and/or 
  • flame cutting machinery
  • Loading and unloading materials safely
  • Setting and operating machinery in accordance with production requirements
  • Working from job specifications and engineering information
  • Ensuring finished components meet the required standards
  • Carrying out basic quality checks
  • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
  • Following all company health & safety procedures
  • Working towards production targets and deadlines
  • Carrying out other general machine-operating duties as required

What We're Looking For

- Previous experience as a Machine Operator, Flame cutting, Oxy proprane or profile burner is required.

- We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in:

- Industrial machine operation

- CNC machinery

- Engineering or manufacturing environments

- Metalworking

- Production machinery

- Reading basic measurements or engineering drawings

We're looking for someone who is:

  • Reliable and hardworking
  • Mechanically minded
  • Comfortable working around industrial machinery
  • Able to follow instructions and work safely
  • Willing to learn and develop new skills
  • Comfortable working as part of a team

Working Hours & Pay

Initial day shift:

  • Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–4:30pm
  • Friday: 8:00am–2:30pm
  • 30-minute unpaid lunch
  • Two 10-minute paid breaks

Once fully trained:

  • 10:00pm–8:00am
  • 4-on / 4-off shift pattern
  • Pay: £17.88 per hour

The role is temp-to-perm, providing an opportunity to secure a permanent position following a successful temporary period.

If you are intrested call Proactictive Personnel on (phone number removed) and ask for Tida. 

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