Full training will be provided on the specific machinery and processes.
Shift Pattern & Pay
Day Shift
£13.90 per hour starting rate
£14.63 per hour once fully trained
Night Shift
£15.20 per hour starting rate
£15.93 per hour once fully trained
Working hours:
Days: 7:00am – 7:00pm
Nights: 7:00pm – 7:00am
The Role
As a Machine Operative, you will be responsible for operating production machinery, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently and to the required customer specifications.
Key Responsibilities
Operate production machinery safely and efficiently.
Complete regular manual handling, including wrapping, weighing and palletising finished products.
Accurately record production information using the company's computer systems.
Follow production schedules, work instructions and customer specifications.
Work effectively from production priority lists.
Carry out product checks and testing to ensure products remain within specification.
Meet required standards for safety, quality, productivity and waste.
Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
Follow all company procedures and health and safety requirements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and workplace projects.
Work independently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail.
Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by your supervisor or management.
About You
We are looking for someone who is dependable, conscientious and comfortable working in a busy manufacturing environment.
Essential
Previous machine operating experience is essential.
Experience working within a manufacturing, production or factory environment.
Good manual dexterity and the ability to carry out regular manual handling.
Good numeracy and literacy skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and use initiative.
Flexibility to work both day and night shifts when required.
Reliable and committed approach to work.
Desirable
Experience in flexographic printing and/or extrusion.
Previous experience operating manufacturing or production machinery.
IT literacy and confidence using computer systems.
Experience working to customer specifications and production targets.
Why Join Us?
Permanent, full-time position.
Competitive hourly rates with an increase following successful training.
Full training provided on the machinery.
Opportunity to develop your manufacturing and machine operating skills.
Work within an established and busy production environment
Salary description
£13.90 - £15.93 per hour