Machine and Production Operative

Ganymede Solutions; Desford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand-new facility

Ongoing training

Longer-term opportunities after the 6‑

Job summary

Ganymede Solutions in Desford are recruiting four Machine / Production Operatives for a brand-new manufacturing facility on a six-month rolling contract. You will operate automated machinery in cutting and palletising, supporting efficient production while upholding safety and quality standards.

Join a modern site with comprehensive induction and ongoing training, and enjoy a rotating 4 on / 4 off days/nights pattern with early mornings and late shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing or production environment is essential.
• Experience working with automated production equipment is highly desirable.
• Good mechanical aptitude and confidence making basic machine adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products.
• A proactive, reliable approach with the ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work a rotating 4 on / 4 off days and nights shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and adjust automated production machinery, including extruders and de-hackers.
• Ensure machines are running efficiently and safely throughout the shift.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet specification.
• Identify and report machine faults, defects or production issues.
• Complete production records and basic system updates.
• Work to production targets while maintaining high quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and follow all Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Machinery operation

Automated equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Team player

Shift flexibility

Job description

Machine / Production Operative – 6 Month Contract

Location: Desford, Leicestershire

Pay Rate: £17.98 per hour

Contract: 6 Month rolling contract

Shift Pattern

4 on / 4 off rotating days and nights

Days: 5:30am – 6:00pm

Nights: 5:30pm – 6:00am

The Role

We're looking for 4 experienced Machine / Production Operatives to join a brand-new manufacturing facility in Desford.

Working within the cutting and palletising area, you'll be responsible for operating automated production machinery, ensuring production runs efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. This is a hands-on role suited to candidates with previous machine operating experience within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and adjust automated production machinery, including extruders and de-hackers.
• Ensure machines are running efficiently and safely throughout the shift.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet specification.
• Identify and report machine faults, defects or production issues.
• Complete production records and basic system updates.
• Work to production targets while maintaining high quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and follow all Health & Safety procedures.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing or production environment is essential.
• Experience working with automated production equipment is highly desirable.
• Good mechanical aptitude and confidence making basic machine adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products.
• A proactive, reliable approach with the ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work a rotating 4 on / 4 off days and nights shift pattern.

What's on Offer

• £17.98 per hour.
• Work in a brand-new, modern manufacturing facility.
• Opportunity to operate the latest automated production equipment.
• Full site induction and ongoing training.
• Potential for longer-term opportunities following the initial 6-month contract

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation