Machine Operative - Day Shift

AMFRESH Group; Alconbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FRESHSavings

FRESHHealth

FRESHLiving

FRESHSupport

Job summary

AMFRESH Group is recruiting a Machine Operator for our Alconbury Weald site (PE28 4WY). This permanent, weekly-paid role offers reliable hours and a chance to develop skills within a large global fresh produce business.

You will operate production machinery, assist with changeovers, monitor performance and support new starters. A long-term career with training and progression is available.

Qualifications

• Reliable, with commitment to safe working and product quality.
• Ability to work in a busy environment and meet production targets.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence with numbers and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and keep equipment clean and safe during shifts.
• Complete changeovers and check labels to ensure correct packing.
• Monitor machine performance and work with the team to hit targets.
• Support new starters as they learn the role.

Skills

Machinery operation

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

About The Role

We are recruiting for a Machine Operator at our Alconbury Weald site (PE28 4WY). This permanent, weekly-paid role offers reliable hours, consistent work and opportunities to develop your skills within a large global fresh produce business.

• Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off – 07:00 - 19:30
• Hourly Rate: £13.70 - £14.90 paid weekly - starting salary with progression available.

As a Machine Operator, you will help keep our production lines running safely and efficiently, ensuring our products meet customer requirements. Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating production machinery and keeping equipment clean and safe throughout your shift.
• Completing changeovers and checking labels to ensure products are correctly packed.
• Monitoring machine performance and working with your team to meet production targets.
• Supporting new starters as they learn the role.

We are looking for people who want to build a long-term career with AMFRESH, with opportunities to develop their knowledge and take on further responsibilities.

About You

You will take pride in doing a good job, enjoy working as part of a team and be willing to learn. Previous experience operating machinery in a production environment is helpful, but not essential.

We are looking for:

• A reliable approach, with a commitment to safe working and product quality.
• The ability to work in a busy environment and meet production targets.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence working with numbers and strong attention to detail.

At AMFRESH, we offer benefits to support you at work and at home:

• FRESHSavings: Savings on food, drink, shopping and more.
• FRESHHealth: 24/7 GP access for you and your family, plus cashback on health and wellbeing appointments.
• FRESHLiving: Gym discounts and savings on holidays and travel.
• FRESHSupport: Confidential wellbeing support and access to our on-site Occupational Health team.

About Us

Opening in 2023 after the success of our Peterborough site, Alconbury Weald is already at the heart of the UK’s fresh produce supply chain. Every day, we sort, process, pack and deliver fresh, healthy produce to the UK’s leading supermarkets, so there’s a good chance the citrus, grapes and melons you buy have passed through our site.

AMFRESH is growing fast, and so are the opportunities. With over 800 colleagues from more than 50 countries, we’re powered by diverse talent and bold ambition. We put people first, investing in training, progression and long-term careers, and helping everyone reach their full potential.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We value diversity and believe that a wide range of perspectives strengthens our culture, drives innovation, and helps us better serve our customers. We are dedicated to making our recruitment process accessible for everyone. If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know, we’re happy to discuss how we can help.