Machine Operator

Acorn by Synergie; Magor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global brewing company in Caldicot is seeking a Manufacturing Machine Operator to operate packaging equipment and adhere to health and safety regulations. Candidates should possess qualifications in English and Mathematics, with a background in packaging or engineering preferred. This temporary long-term role offers competitive pay and a unique shift pattern. Apply now with your CV or contact us for more information.

Qualifications

• Must have standard qualifications in English and Mathematics.
• Packaging or engineering qualification preferred.
• Experience in packaging or engineering is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment to ensure quality and cost requirements.
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Maintain cleaning and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

English and Mathematics Standard Grades or equivalent

Packaging or engineering qualification preferred

Job description

Overview

Manufacturing Machine Operator - Global Brewing Company
Caldicot | £15.07-£20.62 per hour | Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off, 2 days 2 nights & 4 off | Temporary Long-Term

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment to ensure finished goods meet quality, timing, and cost requirements.
• Undertake daily, weekly, and monthly routine tasks with attention to detail.
• Comply with all statutory, health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Follow packaging and food hygiene regulations, including HACCP.
• Maintain housekeeping, cleaning, and 5S standards.
• Perform basic asset care requirements for all machinery.
• Support improvement activities to achieve departmental KPIs, including PI tracking and Short Interval Control (SIC).
• Attend training to develop new skills and perform packaging-related tasks as directed.
• Participate in meetings and briefings as required.
• Ensure internal customer requirements are consistently met.

Qualifications and Requirements

• English and Mathematics Standard Grades or equivalent.
• Packaging or engineering qualification preferred.
• Packaging or engineering experience advantageous.
• Ability to work in a team and follow agreed ways of working.
• Willingness to learn and undertake upskilling as required.

Shift Pattern & Pay

• Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off, 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off (7am-7pm & 7pm-7am).
• Hourly Pay: £15.07 per hour (first 12 weeks).
• £18.56 per hour (week 13 onwards).
• £20.62 per hour (week 39 onwards).
• Overtime: £30.93 per hour for hours over 48 between 7am Monday and 7pm Friday.
• Overtime: £41.24 per hour for hours over 48 between 7pm Friday and 7am Sunday.

How to Apply

Interested? Apply now with your up-to-date CV to join a leading global brewing company, or contact [Recruiter Name / Branch] at Acorn by Synergie for further information.

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