Plasma Machine Operator

  • Permanent
  • Rotherham, South Yorkshire
  • Posted: 7th July 2026
  • Salary: £30000 - £35000 per annum + DOE
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17427
  • Industry:
  • Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

39.5 hrs working week, overtime paid at a premium, job security and on-going development are just a few perks that the Plasma Machine Operator will receive whilst working for this growing manufacturing business.

Due to organic growth, we are recruiting for a Plasma Machine Operator to join this well-established manufacturing organisation.

The company is based in Rotherham , offering easy access from surrounding towns and cities such as Barnsley, Chesterfield, Doncaster and Sheffield.

Working Hours of the Plasma Machine Operator

  • Days – Monday to Thursday 06:00 to 14:00 Friday 06:00 to 12:30
  • Afters – Afternoons Monday to Thursday 13:00 to 21:00 Friday 12:00 to 18:30
  • Nights Monday to Thursday 20:30 to 06:00 Friday 18:00 to 03:00
  • Average of 39.5hours working week.

In return, the successful Plasma Machine Operator will receive:

  • £14.58 per hours on days /afters , £19.18 on nights.
  • Regular overtime available (paid at 150%)
  • Permanent Position after 3months probation.
  • Ongoing development and training from Day1.
  • Branded Uniform.

Ideally, the successful Plasma Machine Operator will have:

  • Worked on a Plasma 400amp CNC Machine.
  • Be able to cut parts out of steel plates – 6mm to 50mm.
  • Knowledge of H+S within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Be used to working to production schedules.

E3R are keen to see applications from candidates with experience in Plasma Machine Operation, who can work 3 x shifts and who live close to Rotherham. To apply for this Plasma Machine Operator role , please click “Apply Now” and attach your most up-to date CV.

 
 

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