Machine Operative
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £12 to £12.5 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 February 2026 |
| Location: | Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN4 7JE |
| Company: | GI Group Main Account |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 309_1770811301 |
Summary
Machine Operative
We are currently looking for a Machine Operative for our client in Northampton.
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 0600 - 1615
Location: Northampton, NN4
Key Responsibilities of a Machine Operative:
- Operating a wide range of machines as trained
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings
- Loading and unloading machines efficiently and safely
- Monitoring machine performance and reporting any faults
- Completing all safety checks prior to operating the machines and recording appropriately
- Ensuring quality checks are carried out at appropriate intervals and reporting any issues or concerns
- Ability to correctly use and read a range of quality checking equipment
- Emptying the machines in a safe manner
- Returning any quality checking equipment once a job has finished
Qualifications & Skills:
- Previous experience within the manufacturing industry
- Keen knowledge of blueprints and measurements
- Able to communicate between different departments
- Running fault reports
Benefits and perks:
- Free on-site parking
- On going position
- Upskilling and progression
If you believe you would be the right for this position and you are ready to make the move please apply direct online and we will reach out to you!
Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.
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Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.
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