Machine Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Key Accountabilities
- Maintain a safe and tidy working environment
- Work to company Health & Safety policy /procedures
- Meet agreed delivery targets
- Support overall factory scheduling needs.
- Bring known problems to the Team Leaders attention
- Encourage suggestions for business improvement.
- Always carry a positive attitude and maintain a team mentality
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate fabrication equipment (after training given)
- Assist in other aspects of the fabrication area
- Identify different tasks and job Nos so can be kept separate
- Operate the ERP system (after training given)
- Select correct stock if and when required
- Maintain effective stock control at all time
- Complete weekly maintenance checklist for machines
- Take part in stock-taking activities
Employment & Educational Background
- Computer literacy essential
- The ideal candidate would have some knowledge of CNC machines but not essential
- Familiarity with an ERP system and computers would be an advantage.
In our 70+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in every part of our organisation. As a manufacturer, we recruit experienced, knowledgeable and capable individuals to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated and assembled to customer specification. Powered by Innovation - Powells culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story, and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all of our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted. The Job Description is a broad statement of the purpose, scope and responsibilities essential to performing within the role to a required standard. The defined role and responsibilities will change with technology, working practices and redefining of roles; with this in mind, the process will be reviewed as changes demand. The format does not require every single task to be recorded, instead the Job Description is generic in nature permitting flexibility but describing the boundaries of responsibility and accountability. Powell is committed towards equality in employment.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Electronics Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Machine Operator roles across Powell's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Electronics Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £19,073 - £25,051 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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