HR GO Recruitment

Trainee Machine Operators and Production Operatives

Uckfield TN22 1BL

Key information

Pay
£12.71 to £12.71 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Posted date
26 Oct 2026
Closing date
2 Nov 2026

About this role

TRAINEE MACHINE OPERATORS - FINISHING

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Location

Uckfield, East Sussex

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Pay

£12.71 per hour

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Shift Pattern

2 shift patterns available to choose from

Day shift

Must work rotating shift pattern

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Week 1

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 6am - 6pm

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Week 2

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 6am - 6pm

Night shift

Choose one of the two patterns below

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Option 1

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 6pm - 6am

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Option 2

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 6pm - 6am

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Start

ASAP

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Employment Type

Temporary to Permanent

Looking for a full-time job that gives you more time for life outside work?

HRGO Recruitment have exciting opportunities available in Uckfield to join our clients busy manufacturing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to start a new career in manufacturing, learn valuable practical skills and enjoy a unique shift pattern that gives you every other week off work.

No previous experience is required, as full training will be provided. We're looking for reliable, hardworking people with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

The Role

  • Learning to operate production machinery within the Finishing department
  • Assisting with the production and finishing of printed materials
  • Checking products to ensure they meet quality standards
  • Following health and safety procedures
  • Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
  • Working as part of a supportive team to meet production targets
  • Developing the skills needed to become a competent machine operator

Why Join?

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Every other week off

Enjoy a full week away from work while remaining in full-time employment

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Choose days or nights

Permanent day or permanent night shift opportunities available

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Better work-life balance

More time for family, friends, hobbies and personal commitments

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Full training provided

No previous manufacturing experience is necessary

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Learn new skills

Build experience in machine operation and the printing industry

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Career progression

Develop your skills and explore opportunities to progress

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A supportive environment

Join a busy production team where you can learn and grow

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Temporary-to-permanent opportunity

The chance to secure an ongoing position

About You

  • Reliable, punctual and hardworking
  • Positive attitude with a willingness to learn
  • Good attention to detail
  • Comfortable working in a hands-on production environment
  • Able to follow instructions and health and safety procedures
  • Happy to work a continental shift pattern
  • Interested in developing new skills and building a long-term career
  • Previous production or machine operating experience is an advantage but not essential

Shift Options

Permanent Days

6:00am-6:00pm

Permanent Nights

6:00pm-6:00am

Both shift options follow a continental pattern, meaning you work one week and have the following week off. Applicants must be aged 18 or over for these roles.

Ready for a New Opportunity?

If you're looking for a full-time job with excellent opportunities to learn, develop and enjoy more time outside work, we'd love to hear from you!

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