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Press Operator

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 12.71 - 14.83 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent Temporary
Location: Birtley, Tyne and Wear

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

My client is currently looking for a Press Operator to join an innovative, established business on a temporary to permanent basis, based in Birtley.

This is working on a rotating shift pattern of days and afternoons.

You must be able to do both shifts.

There will also get a pay rise for the successful candidate once permanent. 

Morning shift -

Monday to Friday
06:00 until 12:00
£12.71 per hour

Afternoon shift -

Monday to Friday
14:00 until 20:00
£14.83 per hour

Responsibilities -

* Set up press machines (mechanical, hydraulic, or printing presses)
* Load raw materials (metal sheets, paper, etc.) into the machine
* Adjust machine settings (pressure, speed, alignment) for accuracy
* Operate the press to produce finished products
* Inspect output for quality and defects
* Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment
* Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues
* Follow health and safety procedures at all times
* Keep production records and logs

Requirements -

* Basic mechanical and technical knowledge
* Strong attention to detail
* Good hand-eye coordination
* Problem-solving skills
* Understanding of workplace safety standards

Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years' experience delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries.

Kinetic plc treats all applications confidentially and we review all submissions.

Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities.

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