Factory Operative

Eko Talent; Diss; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Factory Operator to join a modern facility. The role involves operating plant systems, ensuring safety and compliance while promoting a strong safety culture. Candidates should have previous manufacturing experience and engineering qualifications, alongside good knowledge of health and safety procedures. The position offers competitive compensation, with day and night shifts available, and the potential for performance bonuses.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a process-driven manufacturing factory.
• Good working knowledge of safe systems of work and health and safety procedures.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a shift-based team.

Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring plant systems and equipment for compliant production.
• Carrying out routine inspections, start-ups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
• Maintaining accurate operational logs and shift reports.

Skills

Process-driven manufacturing experience

Health and safety knowledge

Strong communication skills

Education

Engineering qualifications

Job description

Job Title: Factory Operator

Salary - Up To £45,000 Basic Salary

Day / Night Shifts

Package - Performance Bonus

Engineering Qualifications Required

We are proud to be working in partnership with a leading manufacturing company at the forefront of their industry. Due to continued operational requirements, we are seeking an experienced Factory Operator to join the site operations team at a modern facility.

Key Responsibilities:

* Operating and monitoring plant systems and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant production.

* Carrying out routine inspections, start-ups, shutdowns, and plant changeovers in line with operating procedures.

* Ensuring the plant operates within defined parameters while fully complying with HSE legislation, site rules, and company policies.

* Responding effectively to plant faults, alarms, and abnormal operating conditions to minimise downtime.

* Maintaining accurate operational logs, shift reports, and handovers.

* Actively promoting a strong safety culture and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Essential Requirements:

* Previous experience working in a process-driven manufacturing factory

* Good working knowledge of safe systems of work and health and safety procedures within an industrial or power generation environment.

* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a shift-based team environment.

How to Apply:
To apply for the Factory Operator position, please submit your CV via this advert. Alternatively, for more information, feel free to contact the team at Eko Talent on (phone number removed)