Machine Operator

Bond Personnel Limited; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Machine Operator to join their dynamic team in Central Wigan. This permanent full-time position offers the opportunity to work in a clean and automated production environment, with responsibilities including operating FMCG production machinery and ensuring quality standards. Candidates must have at least one year of relevant experience in a factory setting and embody the company's values of Excellence, Respect, Creativity, and Responsibility.

Benefits

Long term career stability

Competitive pay structure

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive training programme

Annual pay reviews

Health & well being support

On site canteen

Free, on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as Machine Operative in FMCG sector.
• Proven ability to operate FMCG machinery.
• Basic PC skills beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized FMCG production machinery.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced team to meet targets.
• Perform regular quality checks on products.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Attention to Detail

Job description

**PERMANENT CONTRACT ** 4ON, 4OFF 12 HOUR SHIFTS ** 7AM/ 7PM DAYS & NIGHTS ** WIGAN WN1 ** MUST WORK BOTH 2 DAYS & 2 NIGHTS ** MUST HAVE MACHINE EXPERIENCE WITHIN A FACTORY ENVIRONMENT OF 1 YEAR MINIMUM **

Our client offers an excellent opportunity for a full-time Machine Operator to join an International FMCG manufacturer in the Central Wigan area. This permanent position offers the chance to work in a clean, modern, and highly automated production environment.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications without the relevant experience of1 year Machine Operator within a factory environment.

***BENEFITS FOR A MACHINE OPERATOR***

• Long term career stability
• Competitive pay structure
• Career development opportunities
• Modern, tech based company - impressive machinery & tech experience gained
• Comprehensive training programme
• Annual pay reviews are provided
• Health & well being support
• On site canteen
• Free, on-site parking
• Transport links for easy access - day and night

***KEY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR A MACHINE OPERATOR***

As a Machine Operator, you will play a critical role in the production of FMCG hygiene products. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Operating specialised FMCG production machineryincluding:
• Fabric Conversion Machines, Flow Wrapping, Pick & Place, Case Erectors and Palletising.

• Production Line Collaboration:
• Work closely within a fast-paced team environment to meet strict daily and weekly production targets in the FMCG sector.

• Quality Assurance:Perform regular quality checks ensuring every baby wipe and toiletry product meets the highest hygiene and safety standards as expected in FMCG manufacturing.

• Health & Safety:Strictly follow health, safety, and hygiene protocols specific to FMCG production lines. Identify and report any machinery faults or hazards immediately. Maintain the cleanliness and operational efficiency of your machines and workspace, adhering to rigorous FMCG industry standards. Keep your work area clean, minimise waste, and report any process issues to ensure continuous production flow.

***ESSENTIAL CRITERIA FOR A MACHINE OPERATOR***

• Minimum 1 year of Machine Operative experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment— experience in food, beverage, toiletries, or baby wipes production or similar is essential.
• Proven ability to work with complex FMCG machinery in a hygienic, high-standard environment.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills (to be tested during interview).
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Comfortable with basic documentation—both written and digital; basic PC skills are beneficial.
• Must embody company values of Excellence, Respect, Creativity, and Responsibility.

***EXPERIENCE FOR A MACHINE OPERATOR***

• FMCG Machine Operating: 1 year (required)

** Bond Personnel acts as an employment business for the provision of temporary agency workers and as an employment agency for permanent placements.

Candidates applying for or accepting this role with Bond Personnel will never be required to pay recruitment fees or related costs. **