Machine Operative in Rochester)

New Appointments Group; Rochester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Machine Operative to manage production processes on a busy line. The role involves operating and maintaining machinery and ensuring quality standards are met. This position offers competitive benefits, including 28 days of holiday and a company pension plan, with opportunities for salary increases after one year of service.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Company Pension

Night shift allowance

Salary rises after 1 year of service

Qualifications

• Previous experience with machinery in a food production environment preferred.
• Confident in manual handling tasks; physically fit.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operating, configuring, and maintaining machines throughout production.
• Conduct pre-checks and cleaning tasks of the production line.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts for quality and efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual handling

IT skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Are you an experienced Machine Operative?

Working within a highly process driven manufacturing site - you will be managing the raw materials and automated processes on a busy, fast paced manufacturing line. The role of machine Operator is to be responsible for operating, configuring issues and maintaining the machines throughout production, along with quality checking to ensure accuracy and reduce delays.

Responsibilities include

* Carry out pre-checks and cleaning tasks of the production line.

* Set up the machines and prepare raw materials for production.

* Replenishing packaging and films to the production line.

* Set up batches of production

* Manual handling including the stacking of finished goods.

* Maintain the hygiene of equipment.

* Complete required documentation

* Record downtime and work with the team to help minimise this.

* Resolve machine stoppages.

* Contribute to and help implement continuous improvement, to enhance quality, efficiency, safety and waste reduction.

* Support and assist training of others staff.

Skills required

* Previous experience of working with machinery and preferably within food production

* Confident with manual handling tasks; physically fit

* Accuracy and attention to detail

* Work under pressure and to tight deadlines

* Competent IT skills

Benefits

* 28 days holiday incl BH

* Company Pension

* Salary rises after 1 years' service

* Night shift allowance

Working on a rotating shift of 6pm to 6am, 4 on/4 off

Alternatively, please apply with an up to date CV, preferably in word format with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and explaining why you are interested in this role.

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