Machine Operative

Job Title: Machine Operative
Location: Outskirts of Ashford (own transport required due to location)
Contract Type: Temporary to permanent after 12 weeks
Salary: £13.60 per hour, plus overtime available paid at higher rates!
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 5:45pm, Friday: 8:00am - 4:15pm

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Machine Operative to join our client's team. In this role, you will be operating machinery and saws to cut wood. This position involves manual handling and heavy lifting, so physical fitness is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspecting wood to make sure it meets quality standards.
• Using saws and machinery to cut wood down to size.

What We're Looking For:

• Comfortable with physical, hands-on work and able to lift up to 25kg.
• Previous experience in machinery, assembly, production, woodworking, or general labouring is advantageous.
• Safety boots and hi-vis clothing are required.
• Must be comfortable wearing a mask.

Benefits - working as a temporary PAYE employee through Reed gives you access to an excellent range of benefits, including:

• 5.6 weeks' annual leave (pro rata).
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Access to low-cost healthcare insurance / Health Cash Plan.
• Reed Discount Club, giving you savings and special offers with leading retailers, including discounted cinema tickets.
• Sick pay.
• Maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental pay, subject to eligibility.
• Your own dedicated Reed consultant providing support throughout your assignment.
• Easy online access to timesheets, payslips, holiday requests and pay history

If this sounds like the role for you, apply today!

If you application is successful, you will be contacted by a Reed consultant within 48 hours