Lead Operator

Prime Appointments Ltd; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Pension

Annual bonus

Salary sacrifice schemes

Job summary

Prime Appointments Ltd is seeking a Lead Operator for an established manufacturing firm in Bury St Edmunds, working permanent night shift (Mon-Thu, 20:00-06:00). This hands-on role requires leading the night crew, ensuring safe and efficient operation of production equipment and timely order processing.

You will monitor processes, carry out checks, and support start-up/shutdown activities while maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong attention to detail and a can-do attitude.
• Proven ability to lead a team on night shift.
• Experience in operating production equipment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the night shift and coordinate personnel.
• Assist with start-up and shutdown of plant machinery.
• Carry out routine checks, housekeeping and basic maintenance.
• Monitor production processes, perform quality checks and sampling.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, housekeeping and safety.
• Support day-to-day running of production equipment and ensure orders are processed.

Skills

Leadership experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Production experience

Job description

We have a new and exciting position for a Lead Operator for a manufacturing firm in Bury St Edmund's working permanent night shift. We are currently recruiting for a Shift Lead to oversee the night shift for one of the town's most well-established firms. This is a hands-on shift lead role where you will support the day-to-day running of production equipment, assist with processing orders, and help maintain a safe and efficient manufacturing environment. Hours are permanent nights, Monday-Thursday, 20:00-06:00. There is an excellent shift premium which further boosts your salary. Duties will include:

• Operating manufacturing and distillation equipment in line with safety procedures
• Assisting with start-up and shutdown of plant machinery
• Carrying out routine checks, housekeeping, and basic maintenance
• Monitoring production processes and completing quality checks and sampling
• Oversee the personnel on the night shift
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene, housekeeping, and safety

Skills required:

• Previous experience in a production environment is desirable but not essential
• Good attention to detail and a positive, can-do attitude
• Proven leadership experience
• Ability to work well as part of a team

Benefits include: -

• Enhanced Pension
• Annual bonus
• Salary sacrifice schemes on holiday, cycle to work etc

The company offers a clean, modern working environment with full PPE provided and opportunities for training and progression.

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