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Flame Cutting Machine Operator

Proactive Personnel Ltd
Stockport · posted 18 August 2026
Salary
£13 – £18 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Category
Engineering
Water Jet / Flame Cutting Machine Operator Job Type: Temp to Perm Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00am–4:30pm, Friday 8:00am–2:30pm Future Shift: Once fully trained, the role will move onto nights: 10:00pm–8:00am, 4-on/4-off shift pattern Pay: Weekly The Role We are currently recruiting for a Water Jet / Flame Cutting Machine Operator to join an established engineering company. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous flame cutting machine operating experience who is looking to develop their skills within a specialist engineering environment. Key Responsibilities * Operating water jet and/or * flame cutting machinery * Loading and unloading materials safely * Setting and operating machinery in accordance with production requirements * Working from job specifications and engineering information * Ensuring finished components meet the required standards * Carrying out basic quality checks * Maintaining a clean and safe working environment * Following all company health & safety procedures * Working towards production targets and deadlines * Carrying out other general machine-operating duties as required What We're Looking For - Previous experience as a Machine Operator, Flame cutting, Oxy proprane or profile burner is required. - We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in: - Industrial machine operation - CNC machinery - Engineering or manufacturing environments - Metalworking - Production machinery - Reading basic measurements or engineering drawings We're looking for someone who is: * Reliable and hardworking * Mechanically minded * Comfortable working around industrial machinery * Able to follow instructions and work safely * Willing to learn and develop new skills * Comfortable working as part of a team Working Hours & Pay Initial day shift: * Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–4:30pm * Friday: 8:00am–2:30pm * 30-minute unpaid lunch * Two 10-minute paid breaks Once fully trained: * 10:00pm–8:00am * 4-on / 4-off shift pattern * Pay: £17.88 per hour The role is temp-to-perm, providing an opportunity to secure a permanent position following a successful temporary period. If you are intrested call Proactictive Personnel on (phone number removed) and ask for Tida
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