Machine Operatives
Witney, Oxfordshire
Day Shift (Temporary to Permanent)
£12.20 per hour + Overtime at x1.5
Immediate start available

Pertemps are recruiting for Machine Operatives for a manufacturing company based in Witney on a full-time basis, leading to a a permanent employment contract.
The company are looking to expand their workforce and employ several Machine Operatives to join their fast-paced production team.

About the Machine Operative role

Manufacturing timber components based on technical drawings with the aid of robotic machinery and digital aids
Operating production machinery
Accurately loading machinery with correct timber components and consumables
Using power tools to manually correct any defects
Manually assembling one off bespoke products using staplers, nail guns, routers, saws and other hand held power tools
Recording stock movements on company stock control systems
Involvement in assembly and production across all areas of the manufacturing process

To be considered for the Machine Operative role you will

Have proven experience in a machine operative position within previous employment
Be physically fit due to the manual nature of this role
Be capable of being on your feet for the duration of each shift
Be able to communicate effectively, with a good written and verbal understanding of the English language
Be willing to learn all other aspect of production and prepared to be hands on, as the role requires you to manoeuvre large components with the help of other employees
Have previous experience with power tools & hand tools
Be computer literate as some tasks involve data entry into internal stock control systems

More about the Machine Operative role

Temporary to Permanent position
Work pattern: 06:00-15:00 Monday to Thursday / 06:00-12:00 Friday
Hourly rates - Basic hours £12.20 / Overtime £18.30 paid after 40 hours per week (Pay increase in April 2025)
Some weeks a 46-hour working week will be required, additional hours split across the week, with overtime being paid after 40 hours
Progression opportunities to move into higher pay band roles, including the opportunity to be trained on Combi Forklift if an in-date Counterbalance or Reach Truck Forklift certificate is held

Additional benefits

Following your probationary period via Pertemps, once employed by the company, your holiday entitlement will increase
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
Discounted gym membership
Life assurance programme
Free tea and coffee
Dental insurance

Permitting you have the relevant experience, please submit an up-to-date CV including a valid contact number and we will be in touch to discuss the position in greater detail, with the view to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, start dates are expected to be within 1-2 weeks