Foiling Machine Operator - Nights

Anglian; Norwich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Pension

31 days holiday

Volunteer time off

Well-being benefits

Discounts across products

Job summary

Anglian is recruiting a Foiling Operator to join our Manufacturing team in Norwich. You will be responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring foiling machines while ensuring quality, safety and productivity standards.

This hands-on role requires teamwork in a fast-paced environment and minimal supervision. The successful candidate will have manufacturing or production experience, GCSEs in English and Maths, and a proactive approach to maintaining equipment and processes.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths (grade C / 4 or above).
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or engineering production environment.
• Previous experience as a technical or machine operator.
• A strong team player with a results-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate foiling machines and associated equipment.
• Produce foiled products in line with the production plan.
• Record machine outputs using SIC and OEE documentation.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure finished goods meet standards.
• Record quality performance and checks accurately.
• Dispose of rejects per company procedures.
• Support movement of materials and finished goods to/from the foiling area.
• Assist with empty stillages and material flow through machines.
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment.
• Complete daily safety checks on machinery and equipment.
• Keep foiling machines in good working order and liaise with Maintenance.
• Share knowledge and coach team members on procedures.

Skills

GCSEs in English and Maths

Manufacturing/production experience

Machine operator experience

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 2 in a technical discipline

Job description

About the role

We are currently recruiting a Foiling Operator to join our Manufacturing team. This role is responsible for the setup, operation, and day-to-day running of foiling machines, supporting the smooth flow of materials through the foiling area while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

This is a hands‑on operational role with no people or budget management responsibilities, ideal for someone with manufacturing or production experience who enjoys working as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

As a Foiling Operator, your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Setting up and operating foiling machines and associated ancillary equipment


• Producing foiled products in line with the production plan


• Recording machine outputs using SIC and OEE documentation and procedures


• Carrying out quality checks to ensure finished goods meet required standards and defects are minimised


• Accurately recording quality performance and checks


• Disposing of rejects in accordance with company procedures


• Supporting the movement of materials and finished goods to and from the foiling area


• Assisting with empty stillages, mounting stillages onto wheels, and material flow through the foiling machines


• Supporting in-feed and off-load areas as required to reduce machine downtime


• Maintaining a safe, clean, and tidy working environment


• Completing daily safety checks on machinery and equipment


• Keeping foiling machines in good working order, working with Maintenance where required


• Sharing knowledge, supporting, and coaching team members on processes, set-ups, and operating procedures


• Carrying out any other reasonable duties as required by the Unit or Area Manager, including occasional support to other areas of the business

What we're looking for

Essential:

• GCSEs in English and Maths (grade C / 4 or above)


• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or engineering production environment


• Previous experience as a technical or machine operator


• A strong team player with a results-driven mindset

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 2 in a technical discipline


• Previous foiling or similar machine operation experience


• A proactive approach to work and continuous improvement

Working hours & flexibility

• Flexibility is required, with occasional work outside normal working hours and at weekends


• Occasional movement to other areas of the factory may be required to meet production demands

Shifts:

• Nights- Monday to Thursday 3pm to 2am.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary


• Pension


• 31 days holiday, increasing with service, plus have your birthday off


• Paid time off annually to volunteer


• Comprehensive health & well-being benefits including cycle to work scheme, heavily discounted gym memberships and free access to mental health first aiders


• Heavily discounted group discount scheme on all products


• Group Perks and freebies on days out, cinema, theatre, eating in and out, mobiles phones, food shopping and most major high street retailers


• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking and supportive team.


• Career development and continuous learning opportunities.

Important Information About Right to Work

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