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Job Title: Machine Operator
Location: Redditch, UK
Salary: £12.43 per hour
Shift Pattern: Rotating Shifts (mornings and nights)
About Us:
Join a leading aerospace company based in Redditch, where precision and innovation drive our success. We are experts in producing high-quality components for the aerospace industry and are looking for a skilled and adaptable Machine Operator to join our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

" Operate and oversee machinery to ensure smooth production in line with company standards.
" Conduct regular quality checks on products to maintain excellence.
" Keep workspaces clean and safe, following strict health and safety guidelines.
" Perform routine maintenance and promptly report any machine issues.
" Collaborate with colleagues to meet production goals and deadlines.

Requirements:

" Flexibility to work rotating shifts (mornings and nights are mandatory).
" Previous experience as a machine operator or similar role (experience in aerospace manufacturing is desirable).
" Strong attention to detail and dedication to producing high-quality work.
" Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
" Basic mechanical understanding and problem-solving skills.

How to Apply:
If this is a role you are interested in and feel as though it matches your experience well, please follow the relevant instructions to apply!

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