Machine Operator

Company:  Kingston Barnes Ltd
Location: Clevedon
Closing Date: 05/07/2026
Salary: £18 - £18 Per Hour
Hours: Full Time
Type: Contract

Job Description

Machine Operator x4 (12-Week Temp to Perm)

Location: Clevedon
Salary: £28,243 + 17% Shift Premium (£33,044) (£18.16 per hour)
Hours: 35 hours per week (rotating shifts)

A leading global precision engineering manufacturer is seeking four Machine Operators to join their established site in Clevedon. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role after an initial 12-week temporary period within a high-spec, regulated manufacturing environment.

The Role

You will be working within a busy engineering environment, supporting production and ensuring work is completed to a high standard, safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operating engineering machinery (CNC, manual lathes, milling machines, polishing equipment)
  • Setting up machines and tooling
  • Reading and working from engineering drawings
  • Carrying out quality checks and measurements
  • Working to production targets and deadlines
  • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment (5S)
  • Following all health and safety procedures

About You

Essential:

  • Experience operating machinery within an engineering or manufacturing environment
  • Strong attention to detail and quality
  • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
  • Good mechanical understanding
  • Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team

Desirable (but not essential):

  • CNC setting or programming experience
  • Polishing experience
  • Engineering qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds or Apprenticeship)

Shift Pattern

Monday to Thursday:

  • 05 00
  • 13 00

Friday:

  • 05 20
  • 11 40

Rotating fortnightly

Pay & Benefits (upon permanent offer)

  • Competitive salary with shift premium
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Company pension
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Long-term, stable employment
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Supportive team environment

If this role is of interest please press apply or get in touch on Ryan Guy on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

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