Overview
Howdens is looking for an experienced Machine Operator to join our team at our manufacturing site in Howden, East Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a fast‑paced, high-performing manufacturing environment where safety, quality and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. To succeed in this role, you will have previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing setting, a strong understanding of Health & Safety practices and a commitment to producing high-quality products to demanding standards.
What you’ll bring
- Proven experience as a CNC Machine Operator in a manufacturing environment
- A strong awareness of Health & Safety and safe working practices
- Excellent attention to detail and quality standards
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team
- A proactive and reliable approach to work
Salary
£43,696.64 per annum + plus shift allowance of £2,930.18 per annum
Shift Pattern
Two‑week rotating shift pattern
Week 1 – Monday to Wednesday: 5:45 am – 4:15 pmThursday: 5:45 am – 3:45 pm
Week 2 – Monday to Wednesday: 4:00 pm – 2:30 amThursday: 3:30 pm – 1:30 am
Responsibilities
- Performing machine pre‑use safety checks
- Setting up the machine/process in accordance with the specific SOP
- Monitoring the machine during production
- Producing confirmations on MES
- Performing detailed process quality checks in accordance with the area SOP
- Changing tooling and performing minor adjustments to the agreed housekeeping standards
Qualifications
- Previous production and/or manufacturing experience within a fast‑paced factory environment
- Experience operating wood machining equipment, with CNC machinery experience preferred
- Ability to read, understand and follow manual handling risk assessments, safe systems of work, and SOPs
Equipment experience
- Board Loader
- Rip Saw
- Roller Transfer
- Combination Edge Bander
- Multi Bore Drilling
- Stackers
- Standalone Saws
- Drill Dowellers
Benefits
- Competitive salary and shift allowance
- Pension plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the opportunity to purchase additional days
- Staff discount
- Free lunch at our on‑site canteen
- Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition
Employment Rights
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK; we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
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