Guillotine Operator

April 30, 2026
£13 - £13
Urgent

Job Description

SHEET METAL GUILLOTINE OPERATOR / METAL CUTTING OPERATIVE / FABRICATION MACHINE OPERATOR – Govan, Glasgow

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Sheet Metal Guillotine Operator, Metal Cutting Operative, or Fabrication Machine Operator in Govan, Glasgow to join our well-established client based in Govan, Glasgow. This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay and long-term career progression.

Shifts

• Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 16:45 • Friday: 08:00 – 15:00

Rates of Pay

• Up to £13.50 per hour (depending on experience)

Benefits

• 32 days holiday (24 annual + 8 public holidays) • Free on-site parking • Company pension scheme • Overtime available depending on workload • Career development opportunities • Monthly team incentives

Day-to-Day Duties

As a Sheet Metal Guillotine Operator, your duties will include (but are not limited to)

• Operating guillotine machinery, including Amada • Cutting sheet metal as part of the manufacturing process • Working from technical drawings and job specifications • Using hand and power tools • Measuring materials accurately to ensure quality and precision • Following internal processes and health and safety procedures

Essential Skills

• Experience within sheet metal, fabrication, or manufacturing • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings • Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight tolerances • Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team • Physically able to handle and manoeuvre metal sheets

Desirable Experience

• Previous guillotine machine experience • Experience working with aluminium, pre-coat sheet and stainless steel • Counterbalance forklift licence preferred but not essential

Training Provided

• On-the-job training and ongoing support

Apply

If you have relevant experience and are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your up-to-date CV or call our Glasgow branch in Bellshill for more information.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.

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