Job Opportunity: Machine Operator Location: East Kilbride Factory (On-Site) Department: Machine & Fabrication Workshop Contract: Full-Time Working Hours: 39 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Salary: £35000 - £40000 Depending on experience Bonus: Eligible for the company's profit-sharing bonus scheme Pension: Employer will match 5% employee contribution Holidays: 32 days per year Job Summary We are looking for a talented individual to become part of our machine shop team. You should have previous experience working in a similar role, be energetic, and motivated to work on your own initiative or as part of the team. The role entails the operation of various machine tools with a speciality in conventional horizontal boring. This role will require standard hours to be worked, typically 06:00 to 14:30 Monday to Thursday & 06:00 to 13:30 Friday; however, starting and finishing times can be flexible. Requirements To be considered for this role you must have: Previous experience as a machine operator or similar role. Ability to read mechanical detail drawings and understand the machining requirement from these. Skill operating various machine tools. Experience in the following would offer a distinct advantage: Having used a "Kerns Richard SH75" or similar boring machine. Have a counterbalance forklift truck licence. Ability to operate overhead crane to load & unload parts. Have knowledge of "Safe Working Practice" in a machine shop environment. Main Duties Specialise in the setup and operation of a conventional horizontal boring machine. Operate various other machine tools: lathe; milling machine; drill etc. Produce component parts from conventional engineering drawings and specifications in a timely manner and to high standards. Work to tight engineering tolerances. Inspect and measure own work throughout the manufacturing process. Assist in the creation of standard working procedures for typical processes. Work as part of a team to contribute to the continuous improvement of the department, via productivity or efficiency improvements. Adhere to good housekeeping practice to ensure all equipment and working areas are kept clean and tidy. To apply forward your cv to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age