Machine operator
| Posting date: | 28 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £14.41 to £15.05 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 August 2025 |
| Location: | Forfar, Angus, DD8 3BT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Escape Recruitment Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | NJM_1753714576 |
Summary
Machine Operator - Steel Fabrication Workshop
Location: Forfar
Shift: 8am-5pm
Salary: £14.41-15.05
We are currently recruiting for a Machine Operator to join a busy steel fabrication workshop. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with hands-on machine operating experience - especially those who have worked with plasma cutters, tube lasers, press brakes, or bending machines.
What We're Looking For:
We're after someone who has set up and operated machinery in a steel fabrication environment. Experience with plasma, tube laser, press brake, and bending equipment is ideal.
Key Responsibilities:
- Interpret and follow work orders and technical drawings
- Set up and operate machines per task requirements
- Monitor machines during operation, making necessary adjustments
- Inspect and measure finished products to meet specifications
- Perform routine maintenance and report any faults or defects
- Maintain a clean, safe working environment
- Follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE
- Training provided for testing and adjusting machine speeds using gauges and tools
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Prior experience operating fabrication machinery in a workshop setting
- Strong understanding of work order instructions and technical drawings
- A proactive attitude toward maintenance, safety, and quality
Interested or know someone who fits the bill? Apply now or message us for more info!
natalia.makowska@escaperecruitment.com