Machine Operator

smol Products; Marden; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Flexible working from home

Healthcare cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme with Nest

Job summary

smol is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to support our packing lines at the Marden warehouse. You will focus on setup and monitoring to keep production running smoothly and drive efficiency.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with semi-automated machinery, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication in English. The role offers modern facilities and a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Recent hands-on experience with semi-automated machinery in a production/packing environment
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative
• Ability to follow instructions and SOPs
• Excellent written and spoken English and effective communication
• Understanding of best practice production procedures and health and safety requirements

Responsibilities

• Set up the case packer machines for production
• Carry out routine maintenance of machinery
• Ensure quality and productivity targets are met; record downtime
• Adjust the machine to improve quality and maintain line speeds
• Carry out in-process quality checks at set intervals and record downtime
• Carry out other packing-line duties to support production
• Balance multiple tasks and manage expectations as needed

Job description

About us…

smol is on a mission to change the face of consumer brands and businesses by bringing super effective, eco-friendly products at value for money prices. We believe everyone should be able to make easy swaps that are better for them, the planet, and their pockets.

Since launch, smol has taken the household cleaning market by storm. We are already the fastest growing and most positively reviewed brand in the laundry, dishwash, fabric conditioner and surface spray categories and we’ve got so much more planned.

Having received Series B investment in 2021 and B Corp certification at the end of 2023, our team is focused on combining fast growth with being a force for positive change and impact in all that we do.

In Summary...

Love making machines run like clockwork? We are looking for experienced Machine Operators to handle the setup and monitoring of our packing lines, focusing on boosting our OE and keeping things running smoothly.

What does the role involve?...

Setting up the case packer machines ready for production.

Running routine maintenance of machinery.

Ensuring quality and productivity targets are met consistently.
recording and monitoring downtime.

Adjusting the machine as needed to improve quality and maintain line speeds.

Carryout in process quality checks at specified intervals and record downtime.

Other packing line duties as required to support the smooth running of production.

You will need/be...

Essentials:

Recent and relevant hands-on experience with semi-automated machinery in a similar production/packing environment.

To be keen to learn and able to quickly adapt to change.

To be able to demonstrate problem-solving skills, and act on your own initiative as well as follow instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

To be able balance multiple tasks whilst effectively managing other’s expectations and delegating where necessary.

Effective communication skills with a strong level of conversational and written English.

An understanding of best practice production procedures and health and safety regulations.

Desirable:

Continuous improvement or lean manufacturing experience

What we offer:

A fantastic opportunity to be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing, Series-B funded scale-ups.

An amazing culture and mission. A chance to make a difference in our shared future, eliminating or reducing the usage of plastic, water, toxic chemicals, energy and animal testing.

Working with an experienced, passionate team invested in helping you grow professionally.

25 days holiday per year+ bank holidays.

A volunteer day to spend on a cause you care about.

Flexible working from home.

Credits for local co-working hubs when you’re out and about or just need a change of scenery.

Healthcare cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme.

Quarterly wellbeing allowance.

Enhanced parental leave policies (16 weeks full maternity pay, 6 weeks full secondary caregiver's pay).

Paid fertility leave.

45 day nomad working policy.

Employee share scheme.

Pension scheme with Nest.

The smol print

This role will be based at our warehouse in Marden, the shift pattern is Monday to Friday, from 7am to 5pm (45 hours per week) with 1 hour of unpaid breaks during each full shift.

Inclusion at smol

At smol, we believe a truly great team thrives on a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Guided by our core values of Curiosity, Fairness, and Care, we are committed to building an equitable workplace and fostering a safe, inclusive culture where every employee can thrive.

We believe in potential, not past barriers. That’s why we don’t ask candidates to disclose criminal record disclosures or background checks during our recruitment process unless explicitly required by law, a regulator, or an industry association.

If you share our values and want to help us make a difference, we would love to hear from you.