Machine Operative

The Best Connection Group Limited; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing employer support

Job summary

The Best Connection Group Limited is hiring Print Assistants / Machine Operators in Scunthorpe for a full-time, 24/5 rotating shift role. Immediate starts available. You will support printing operations, monitor machinery, perform quality checks, and help keep production safe and efficient.

Prior print experience helps but full training is provided. Roles include loading materials, setting up machines, and ensuring accurate paperwork while maintaining housekeeping and health & safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or machine operating experience preferred.
• Print department knowledge would be advantageous but not essential.
• Reliable and hardworking attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work both day and night shifts.
• Commitment to health & safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the operation of printing and production machinery.
• Monitoring machines and production processes.
• Loading raw materials and removing finished products.
• Carrying out quality inspections and reporting any issues.
• Completing production paperwork and records.
• Assisting with machine set-ups and changeovers.
• Packaging, labelling, and preparing finished products.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and safety.
• Working towards production and efficiency targets.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine operation

Print knowledge

Reliable attitude

Fast-paced

Communication skills

Teamwork

Day and night shifts

Health & safety

Job description

PRINT ASSISTANTS / MACHINE OPERATORS WANTED

£14.17 per hour

Full-Time | 24/5 Rotating Shift Pattern

Immediate Starts Available

The Best Connection are recruiting

Print Assistants / Machine Operators to join a busy and growing manufacturing business in Scunthorpe.

Working within the

Print Department, you'll play a key role in supporting production, operating machinery, completing quality checks, and ensuring products are produced safely and efficiently.

No previous print experience? No problem. Experience within a print department would be beneficial, but full training can be provided.

Shift Pattern - 24/5 Operation

The site operates

24 hours a day, Monday to Friday, and candidates must be flexible to work both:

Days: 06:00 - 18:00

Nights: 18:00 - 06:00

Please note: A 24/5 shift pattern does not mean working 5 days straight every week. Shifts are worked on a rotating basis, meaning you may work:

• A mixture of day and night shifts depending on the rota

The shift pattern is designed to provide 24-hour production coverage across the working week, so flexibility is essential.

The Role

As a Print Assistant / Machine Operator, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the operation of printing and production machinery
• Monitoring machines and production processes
• Loading raw materials and removing finished products
• Carrying out quality inspections and reporting any issues
• Completing production paperwork and records
• Assisting with machine set-ups and changeovers
• Packaging, labelling, and preparing finished products
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and safety
• Working towards production and efficiency targets

What We're Looking For

• Previous manufacturing or machine operating experience preferred
• Print department knowledge would be advantageous but is not essential
• Reliable and hardworking attitude
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work both day and night shifts
• Commitment to health & safety procedures

What's In It For You?

• £14.17 per hour
• Full training provided
• Career progression opportunities
• Work with a well-established employer
• Ongoing support from The Best Connection