Machine Operative

Rachel Hill Resourcing; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking individuals to operate packing machinery in a fast-paced environment. The role involves ensuring products are sealed, labelled, and packaged to meet quality standards while maintaining hygiene and safety procedures. Candidates should be able to work Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm, and possess experience in operating packing equipment and conducting quality checks. This role provides an hourly wage of £12.21, ensuring a vital part in the production process.

Qualifications

• Experience operating packing machinery.
• Knowledge of safety standards and hygiene practices.
• Ability to meet production targets.

Responsibilities

• Operate packing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure correct sealing, labelling, and packaging of products.
• Conduct quality checks and record batch numbers.

Job description

Salary: £12.21 per hour

Hours:
Monday to Friday
8am to 4:30m

Job description:
To operate packing machinery safely and efficiently to ensure products are sealed, labelled, and packaged to the required quality standards and production targets. To maintain hygiene, safety, and accuracy throughout the packing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate packing equipment in line with company procedures and safety standards.
• Prepare, load, and pack products following specification sheets and customer requirements.
• Ensure correct sealing, labelling, date coding, and packaging of products.
• Conduct quality checks — including seal integrity, product weight, and packaging condition.
• Record batch numbers and complete daily production paperwork.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and organised working environment.
• Monitor stock of packaging materials and report shortages.
• Assist with machine changeovers, minor adjustments, and basic troubleshooting.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and health and safety policies.
• Work collaboratively to meet production deadlines and throughput targets.