Machine Operator / FLT
CV-LibraryPaisley, RenfrewshirepermanentPosted: 24 July 2026
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Location: Paisley
Shift Pattern: Days & Nights – 3 shifts per week
Industry: Manufacturing
The Role
We're recruiting for a Machine Operator / Forklift Driver to join a busy manufacturing facility in Paisley. You'll play a key role in ensuring production runs efficiently by operating machinery, supplying production lines with materials, and safely moving goods throughout the facility using a counterbalance forklift.
This is a rotating days and nights position, working just 3 shifts per week, offering an excellent work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and monitor manufacturing machinery to meet production targets.
* Carry out machine set-up, changeovers, and basic adjustments.
* Load raw materials into production equipment.
* Operate a counterbalance forklift to transport materials, pallets, and finished products safely around the facility.
* Load and unload deliveries.
* Perform routine quality inspections and complete production documentation.
* Identify and report equipment faults or production issues.
* Maintain high housekeeping standards in line with 5S principles.
* Follow all health, safety, and quality procedures within the manufacturing environment.
About You
* Previous experience as a Machine Operator within a manufacturing or production environment.
* Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential).
* Comfortable working rotating day and night shifts.
* Strong awareness of health and safety in a manufacturing setting.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Good communication skills and attention to detail.
* Reliable, proactive, and committed to producing high-quality work.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary plus shift allowance.
* Rotating days and nights, working only 3 shifts per week.
* Overtime opportunities.
* Company pension.
* Free on-site parking.
* Training and career development opportunities.
* Secure, long-term position with a well-established manufacturing business
Location: Paisley
Shift Pattern: Days & Nights – 3 shifts per week
Industry: Manufacturing
The Role
We're recruiting for a Machine Operator / Forklift Driver to join a busy manufacturing facility in Paisley. You'll play a key role in ensuring production runs efficiently by operating machinery, supplying production lines with materials, and safely moving goods throughout the facility using a counterbalance forklift.
This is a rotating days and nights position, working just 3 shifts per week, offering an excellent work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and monitor manufacturing machinery to meet production targets.
* Carry out machine set-up, changeovers, and basic adjustments.
* Load raw materials into production equipment.
* Operate a counterbalance forklift to transport materials, pallets, and finished products safely around the facility.
* Load and unload deliveries.
* Perform routine quality inspections and complete production documentation.
* Identify and report equipment faults or production issues.
* Maintain high housekeeping standards in line with 5S principles.
* Follow all health, safety, and quality procedures within the manufacturing environment.
About You
* Previous experience as a Machine Operator within a manufacturing or production environment.
* Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential).
* Comfortable working rotating day and night shifts.
* Strong awareness of health and safety in a manufacturing setting.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Good communication skills and attention to detail.
* Reliable, proactive, and committed to producing high-quality work.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary plus shift allowance.
* Rotating days and nights, working only 3 shifts per week.
* Overtime opportunities.
* Company pension.
* Free on-site parking.
* Training and career development opportunities.
* Secure, long-term position with a well-established manufacturing business