Machine Operative

Pilgrim's Europe; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Premium rates for overtime

Paid breaks and hot drinks

Subsidised employee restaurant

Opportunities for progression

Exclusive employee discounts

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe in Ruskington is seeking a Machine Operative / Machine Minder to join our production team. You will be responsible for the set up and smooth operation of assigned machinery, ensuring production targets are met and products are produced and packaged to high standards.

The role offers a full-time permanent contract, with 5 out of 6 days on a rolling shift pattern and Sunday as rest day. Competitive rates, overtime premium, paid breaks, and other employee perks are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Machine Operative or similar role.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Positive thinking and self-motivation.
• Ability to use own initiative.
• Excellent work attitude.
• Hands-on approach to solving issues.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate assigned machinery to ensure smooth production.
• Help meet production targets and maintain product quality.
• Pack and prepare products according to customer specifications and company policies.
• Adhere to H&S and food safety standards at all times.

Skills

Experience in machine operation

Literacy & numeracy

Positive attitude

Self-motivation

Initiative

Hands-on approach

Job description

We have exciting opportunities for Machine Operative / Machine Minder to join Our Team at Ruskington site!

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday rotating every 4 weeks. You will work 45 hours per week as standard on permanent morning or afternoon shift.

Start & Finish times vary by department and as guidance you will either work

• AM 04:30am - 13:30pm or 05:45am - 14:30pm
• PM 13:15pm - 22:00pm or 14:30pm - 23:15pm.

We specialise in Snacking Products which include Scotch Eggs, cocktail sausages, mini filled bites and seasonal products.

Successful candidates will join us on permanent basis. In your role you will be responsible for the set up and smooth operation of assigned piece of machinery or equipment throughout your shift. Ensuring that production targets are met and all our products are produced & packaged to high standard and according to the customer specification whilst adhering to Company policies, H&S and Food Safety Standards at all times.

Key information:

• Competitive Rates of Pay!
• Overtime paid at Premium Rates!
• Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent
• Shift Pattern: working 5 out of 6 days per week on a rolling shift pattern with Sunday as your permanent rest day.
• Employee Engagement Days
• Paid Breaks and Free Hot Drinks
• Subsidised employee Restaurant
• Opportunities for progression
• Exclusive Employee Discounts.

It would be desirable for candidates to have:

• Previous Experience as Machine Operative or in other similar role.
• A good standard of literacy and numeracy skills.
• Positive thinking and self-motivation.
• Ability to use own initiative.
• An excellent attitude to work.
• A hands-on approach to solving issues.