Job Description
Role: Machine Operative
Location: Mildenhall
Pay: 13.00 - 15.00 p/hour
Hours: Monday to Friday during the training period (08:00-17:00, approx. 2-6 weeks), then Sunday to Tuesday 06:00-18:00, plus every other Wednesday
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: This is a permanent role subject to a successful 3-month temporary probation period
A reputable and long-standing manufacturing business in Mildenhall is expanding its workshop team and seeking an experienced Lathe Operator. This role plays a key part in producing high-quality components within a busy production environment. Offering consistent hours and the opportunity to move into a permanent position, it provides stability and long-term prospects for the right candidate.
Well suited to someone with previous lathe or machining experience, this position offers the chance to develop within a structured and supportive manufacturing setting
What We're Looking For:
- Previous lathe experience isn't essential but desirable
- Comfortable working with machinery in a manufacturing environment
- Reliable, hands-on, and safety-conscious
- Willingness to learn and develop skills further
Duties Include:
- Operating lathe and production machinery
- Carrying out machine start-up and shut-down procedures
- Monitoring quality and reporting any issues
- Assisting with tooling changes and machine adjustments
- Performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting
- Keeping the work area clean, organised, and safe
- Working as part of a team to meet daily production deadlines
If you think this role may be of interest but would like some further information, please give Appointments a call. You can find my contact details on our website.
