Machine Operator

Interaction Recruitment; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Stability in production setting

Structured team environment

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment in Gillingham, Kent, is seeking a reliable Machine Operator to join our production team on rotating shifts (days, afternoons and nights). You will ensure machines are supplied with materials, monitor performance, resolve minor faults, and keep a clean, safe workstation while communicating clearly with the team.

This role offers stable hours Monday to Friday with competitive pay (£13.00 days/afternoons, £13.50 nights) and development opportunities in a busy production

Qualifications

• Reliable, proactive, and detail-focused machine operator.
• Ability to maintain smooth machine operation with minimal supervision.
• Strong work ethic and good problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Ensure machines are continuously supplied with required materials
• Monitor machine performance to ensure smooth, uninterrupted operation
• Identify and resolve minor issues such as blockages or stoppages
• Ensure correct separation of materials and prevent line mix-ups
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workstation
• Report faults, breakdowns, or concerns promptly and accurately
• Support overall site housekeeping and production efficiency standards

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Proactive mindset

Reliable and punctual

Job description

Job Title: Machine Operator
Location: Gillingham, Kent
Hours: Monday to Friday (Rotating Shifts)
Shifts: 06:00 - 14:00 / 14:00 - 22:00 / 22:00 - 06:00

Pay Rate:

• £13.00 per hour (days & afternoons)
• £13.50 per hour (nights)

Job Description:

We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and detail-focused Machine Operator to join our team in Gillingham, Kent. This is a key role within a busy production environment where machine uptime, quality standards, and attention to detail are essential.

We are looking for individuals with a strong work ethic, good problem-solving ability, and the intelligence to understand and maintain smooth machine operation without constant supervision. Candidates should take pride in their work and be confident in keeping production running efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure machines are continuously supplied with required materials
• Monitor machine performance to ensure smooth, uninterrupted operation
• Identify and resolve minor issues such as blockages or stoppages
• Ensure correct separation of materials and prevent line mix-ups
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workstation
• Report faults, breakdowns, or concerns promptly and accurately
• Support overall site housekeeping and production efficiency standards

Requirements:

• Strong attention to detail and a responsible approach to work
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Proactive mindset with the ability to think ahead and act independently
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to high standards

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rates: £13.00 days/afternoons, £13.50 nights
• Consistent Monday to Friday working pattern
• Supportive and structured team environment
• Opportunity to develop within a stable production setting

If you are a motivated individual looking for a stable role where quality, reliability, and responsibility are valued, we would love to hear from you.

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