Hands-On Machine Operator – 4 On/4 Off Shift

New Appointments Group Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

New Appointments Group Ltd is recruiting an experienced Machine Operative to join a busy production environment in the United Kingdom. The role involves setting up and operating production machinery, preparing materials, and carrying out quality and hygiene checks to ensure on-target output.

You'll work 4 on 4 off or Mon-Fri shifts, permanent contract, with focus on safety, OEE, and continual improvement. Applicants with manufacturing experience and basic food hygiene certification will be

Qualifications

• Experience in a machine operative role within a factory or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with manual handling and production line operations.
• Basic food hygiene certification would be advantageous.
• Good awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to follow instructions with initiative.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic IT literacy to complete production documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-production checks and cleaning of the production line.
• Set machinery according to production recipes and requirements.
• Prepare raw materials for production.
• Set up production batches in line with the production plan.
• Replenish packaging, films and trays throughout the shift.
• Stack and handle finished goods safely.
• Maintain high standards of equipment hygiene and cleanliness.
• Complete all required production documentation accurately.
• Record downtime and work with the team to minimise production losses.
• Resolve machine stoppages where possible and escape issues when required.
• Work towards OEE, quality and waste reduction targets.
• Follow all health & safety policies and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, safety and waste reduction.
• Support the training of colleagues and identify your own development needs.
• Carry out manual handling duties and other ad-hoc tasks as required.

Skills

Machine operation

Production line

Manual handling

Health & safety

Teamwork

IT literacy

Education

Basic food hygiene certification

Job description

New Appointments Group Ltd is recruiting an experienced Machine Operative to join a busy production environment in the United Kingdom. The role involves setting up and operating production machinery, preparing materials, and carrying out quality and hygiene checks to ensure on-target output.

You'll work 4 on 4 off or Mon-Fri shifts, permanent contract, with focus on safety, OEE, and continual improvement. Applicants with manufacturing experience and basic food hygiene certification will be