Production/Machine Operatives

Company: Matchtech
Apply for the Production/Machine Operatives
Location: Penshaw
Job Description:

Our client is looking to recruit a number of Production/Machine Operators into their manufacturing team near Lymington due to an increase in orders and work volumes.

Primary Purpose of the Role

  • Manufacture materials in line with customer specifications
  • Operate and monitor machinery and ancillary equipment
  • Ensure timely and efficient completion of production tasks
  • Accurately record production data and material usage
  • Contribute to ongoing company-wide and local continuous improvement initiatives

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate machinery and associated equipment according to defined procedures
  • Maintain machine run rates to maximise efficiencies
  • Monitor and verify product quality throughout the production process
  • Ensure final product meets all required quality specifications
  • Perform machine cleanouts and maintenance of equipment and ancillary systems
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area
  • Record daily production activities and relevant process data accurately
  • Report on production metrics including output, downtime, changeovers, and other key data

Person Specification

  • Proficient in English (reading, writing, and basic numeracy)
  • Able to interpret detailed work instructions, batch cards, and quality documentation
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
  • Willingness and ability to be trained on extrusion and ancillary equipment
  • Reliable, safety-conscious, and detail-oriented

Hours: Weekly rotating pattern10pm – 6am (Monday to Thursday) and 5pm – 10pm (Friday)

These are temp-to-perm opportunities dependant upon individual performance and continued strength of the customer order book.

Pay: £13.58 per hour (rising based on performance)

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Posted: June 1st, 2026