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Press shop setter / general operative

Greenock
Taskmaster
General operative
Posted: 4 July
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Job Description

TM Scotland East Kilbride & Glasgow are delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and well-respected client based in Kilsyth to recruit an experienced Press Shop Setter / General Operative. This is an exciting temp-to-perm opportunity with employment provided through Taskmaster.

Our client is a respected, employee-owned company, currently seeking a reliable and skilled operative to join their team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth operations across the press shop and wider factory environment.

This is initially a temporary role with a genuine opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

Set up and operate mechanical press machines to produce metal components to spec

Read and interpret technical engineering drawings

Perform general factory tasks including manual handling and production support

Assist with basic welding and fabrication when needed (training provided)

Work collaboratively to meet daily production targets

Keep the workspace safe, clean, and organised

Support other factory operations such as packing, stock handling, and cleaning when required

Welding Experience (Essential):

Basic Welding Tasks - MIG, TIG, or spot welding

13 years of hands-on experience preferred

No certifications required training provided

Press Setting Requirements:

Experience with manual mechanical presses

No mandatory certification required on-the-job training available

Previous experience in a press shop or similar production environment is highly advantageous

What Were Looking For:

Strong hands-on engineering background

Ability to read technical drawings

Welding and general factory experience

Physically fit and able to perform manual work

Forklift or waste-handling experience (preferred but not essential)

Positive, proactive, and reliable team player

Engineering qualifications (e.g., tool making) are a plus

5+ years of experience in an engineering role (ideal)

What the Client Offers:

Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term potential

Weekly pay via Taskmaster (PAYE)

Day shift hours with an early finish on Fridays

A role within a respected, employee-owned business

Supportive and experienced production team

Career growth within a stable and reputable organisation

Shift Pattern:

Monday to Thursday: 7:30 am 4:00 pm

Friday: 7:50 am 12:00 pm

Compliance understanding:

Please note that all applicants must be able to provide full right-to-work documentation, evidence of a national insurance number from an official letter from HMRC, and have an active bank account in their own name for processing wages. This is in line with our ISO accreditation and GLA compliance standards.

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