Night Machine Operator


Company:	The Job People
Salary:	£16.62 - £17.97
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Dronfield, S18 2XU
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	19 Aug 2026
Closing date:	18 Sept 2026

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Summary

Night Machine Operator

Location: Dronfield, Derbyshire

Company: The Job People

Job Type: Full-Time, Temp to Perm

Shift Pattern: Nights, 5:30pm to 5:30am

Rate of pay: £16.62ph for the first 38 hours, then £17.97ph after 38 hours

The Job People are looking to recruit a dedicated and reliable Night Machine Operator 's to join a busy Melting Department on a permanent night shift. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Machine Operator or someone with a manufacturing background looking to develop their skills within a well-established engineering business.

Responsibilities of an Night Machine Operator

Charge furnaces with scrap metal and raw materials for melting.

Monitor and maintain molten metal at the required temperatures.

Take metal samples and carry out temperature checks as required.

Remove impurities through slagging operations.

Pour molten metal accurately into treatment ladles.

Assist with crane operations and material handling when required.

Carry out routine maintenance and preparation of equipment for the next shift.

Maintain housekeeping standards and follow all health and safety procedures.

Experience of an Night Machine Operator

Previous experience as a Machine Operator in manufacturing, foundry, engineering, recycling, or heavy industry.

Experience operating machinery within a production environment.

Overhead crane experience would be advantageous.

Strong commitment to workplace safety.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Reliable, hardworking, and willing to learn.

Permanent night shift.

Shift pattern of 5:30pm to 5:30am.

Overtime opportunities.

Full training and support.

Career development opportunities.

Secure employment with a long-established manufacturing business.

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If you're an experienced Night Machine Operator looking for a new challenge on a permanent night shift, we'd love to hear from you. Join The Job People and become part of a team committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

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