Machine Operator

People Solutions Group LimitedCradley Heathreedpublished 11/10/2026

Machine Operator – Three-Shift Rotation – Cradley Heath – £13.25–£14.25 Per Hour

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Machine Operator to join our well-established client based in Cradley Heath on an ongoing basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering £13.25–£14.25 per hour, weekly pay, ongoing work and genuine opportunities for growth and progression within an established and supportive manufacturing business.

£13.25–£14.25 Per Hour | Ongoing Work | Weekly Pay | Rotating Shifts | Career Progression

This position is ideal for applicants looking for a role as a Skilled Machine Operator, Manufacturing Operative, Production Operative or Steel Production Operative.

Shifts

  • Weekly rotating three-shift pattern – shifts are not fixed
  • AM – Monday to Thursday: 06:00–14:00
  • AM – Friday: 06:00–12:00
  • PM – Monday to Thursday: 14:00–22:00
  • PM – Friday: 12:00–18:00
  • Nights – Monday to Thursday: 22:00–06:00
  • Nights – Friday: 18:00–00:00

Rates of Pay

  • £13.25 per hour – AM and PM shifts
  • £14.25 per hour – Night shifts

Benefits

As a Machine Operator, you will receive:

  • Ongoing work
  • Weekly pay
  • Stable working hours within a rotating shift pattern
  • Opportunity to work for an established company
  • Friendly team environment
  • Opportunities for growth and progression

Day-to-Day Duties

As a Machine Operator, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Operating machinery within a steel production environment safely and efficiently
  • Loading and unloading machinery
  • Monitoring production processes and machine performance
  • Carrying out manual handling duties as required
  • Supporting the movement of goods around the production area
  • Conducting basic quality checks on finished products
  • Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
  • Following all health and safety procedures

Essential Skills

To be successful as a Machine Operator, you will need:

  • Previous machine operating experience, ideally within the steel industry
  • Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment
  • Ability to carry out manual handling duties
  • Good reliability and a strong work ethic
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Commitment to health and safety standards
  • Flexibility to work all three shifts on a weekly rotating basis

Training Provided

  • Full training provided
  • Ongoing development and support throughout your assignment

Apply

If you have previous machine operating experience and are looking for ongoing Machine Operator work in Cradley Heath, offering £13.25–£14.25 per hour on a weekly rotating three-shift pattern, apply today!

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People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.