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Waterjet Operator Location: Darton Salary: 28,995 / year Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Shift pattern - Rotating shifts Week 1: 5:45-2:00 pm Monday-Thursday 6:00-1:00 Friday Week 2: 2:00pm -12:00pm Monday - Thursday There are not accessible bus routes to our site so you will need to be able to drive to get to site. Application Deadline March 06, 2026 Key Responsibilities Main duties Operate the waterjet machine to cut metal parts accurately and safely. Report any maintenance issues and record all required information correctly in the computer system. Look for ways to improve processes to increase productivity and reduce waste. Handle all materials carefully to prevent damage or safety risks, following Health & Safety rules and company handling procedures. Make sure stock is used efficiently to reduce waste and meet company quality standards. Clearly label and identify all stock and customer parts according to company and customer requirements. Follow all Health & Safety regulations at all times to ensure the safety of yourself, colleagues, and visitors. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Essential: Experience using waterjet or laser machines, or other machinery in the metal industry. Good understanding of how to handle materials safely and follow Health & Safety rules. Self-motivated, reliable, and hardworking, with good basic maths skills. Comfortable using a computer. Able to use measuring tools such as vernier calipers and other precision equipment. Benefits Your benefits with us 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off Health Cash Plan (Following Probation) Company bonus scheme Advantageous pension scheme Learning & Development opportunities Employee high street vouchers & discounts Employee Assistance Programme Occupational health & health surveillance Length of Service Awards Christmas savings scheme Eye care vouchers Wellbeing events Recognition Portal Rewards Portal Company events Company share schemes Christmas Closedown Our Company Values Our company values are the fundamental principles that guide our organizations actions, culture, and decision-making processes. Our values were created by our employees across all departments in the business and with people at all levels, creating authentic values that make sense to us and demonstrate how we like to work with each other. They serve as the foundation for our companys identity, shaping how our employees interact with one another, customers, and the broader community. About thyssenkrupp Materials UK thyssenkrupp Materials UKoperates a network of 8 sites with just under 500 employees in England and Northern Ireland which are in; Birmingham, Preston, Darton, Milton Keynes, and two sites in Belfast. We offer a vast range of metal material products such as stainless steel, aluminium and mild steel. We also provide a range of services, whether it be fully welded and fabricated finished parts or bespoke flat products cut to exact sizes. We have years of experience in the aerospace, construction and architecture, automotive and the general engineering industries. We are part of a Global organisation, with around 480 locations in over 80 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. Here at thyssenkrupp Materials UK, we value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity. Please note that we reserve the right to remove this advert prior to the advertised expiry date, dependent on the level of response received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to supply individual feedback at the CV review stage. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for thyssenkrupp Materials UK, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. TPBN1_UKTJ