Date posted: 15 August 2025 Pay: £12.70-£14.20 per hour Job description: Job Title: Machine Operator Location: Shepley, HD8 Pay Rate: £12.70 per hour activity-based bonus (up to £1.50/hour) Hours: Monday to Thursday, 6am – 6pm (Days), rotating onto 6pm – 6am (Nights) Overview: On behalf of our client based in the HD8 area, we are currently recruiting for a reliable and motivated Machine Operator to join their successful production team. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to develop into a Setter/Operator role on the extrusion lines – full training provided for the right candidate. The Role: · Operating machinery on the production floor · Manual handling of materials and products (lifting required up to 30kg) · Supporting the extrusion team and gradually learning the extrusion process · Ensuring a clean, safe, and organised work area · Adhering to health & safety and production standards What We're Looking For: · Previous production or manufacturing experience (ideally within plastics, but not essential) · Good numeracy skills – essential for learning extrusion operations · Punctual and dependable with a strong work ethic · Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling tasks · Must be able to travel reliably to Shepley for a 6am start What's on Offer: · Competitive pay: £12.70/hr plus activity-based bonus (up to £1.50/hr) · Clear progression path into a Setter/Operator role · Fixed 4-day working week: Monday to Thursday · Ongoing, long-term position with potential for permanent employment · Supportive training and development from day one To apply: If you're looking to develop your skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and want a clear path to progress, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for more information. Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent