Machine Operative


Company:	Holt Recruitment Group Limited
Salary:	£15 to £16 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Poole, BH14
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Oct 2026
Closing date:	16 Nov 2026

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Summary

Machine Operative - up to £16ph - Day and Night shift - Shift work

Are you looking for your next opportunity within a busy manufacturing environment? We are currently recruiting for an experienced Machine Operative to join an established production team in Poole.

This is a hands-on production role suited to someone with experience operating machinery within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for monitoring production, maintaining quality standards and ensuring machinery continues to run efficiently.

As Machine Operative, your duties will include:

- Operating and feed various machinery safely and efficiently in line with production requirements

- Monitoring machinery throughout the production process and making adjustments where required

- Ensuring machinery is running at the correct speeds and maintaining consistent production output

- Carrying out regular quality checks to ensure products meet the required standards

- Identifying and reporting any machinery, production or quality issues

- Monitoring material usage and minimising unnecessary waste

- Carrying out machine cleaning and routine housekeeping to maintain a safe and efficient production area

- Following production orders and ensuring the correct materials are used and kept appropriately separated

- Completing production records and other relevant paperwork accurately

- Working to strict health and safety, quality and production procedures

- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment

We are looking for a Machine Operative who has:

- Previous experience operating production machinery

- Good attention to detail and an understanding of quality requirements

- Experience working to production targets and deadlines

- A good understanding of health and safety within a manufacturing environment

- The ability to identify issues and communicate them effectively

- A reliable, flexible and proactive approach to work

- Flexibility to work rotating day and night shifts, including weekends

In return, you will receive:

- Up to £16 per hour

- Temp to perm opportunity

- Full training provided

- On-site parking

- Opportunity to develop your skills within an established manufacturing environment

If you're an experienced Machine Operative, or Production Operative looking for your next opportunity in Poole, apply today with your CV and Ben will be in touch.

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