Machine Operator

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Southmoor; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Modern manufacturing environment

Progression opportunities

Company benefits package

Job summary

Pioneer Selection Ltd is seeking a proactive Machine Operator in Oxford to join a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing team. You will operate and monitor automated machinery, set up lines, and ensure production runs safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

You will play a key role in maintaining output, reducing downtime and supporting continuous improvement within a modern production environment. This full-time, permanent role offers training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating production machinery in a fast-paced FMCG/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow production processes and instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated production machinery.
• Set up machinery and production lines as required.
• Monitor processes to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Carry out basic fault-finding and adjustments.
• Complete quality checks and production documentation.
• Maintain health, safety and hygiene procedures.
• Report issues to relevant teams and assist maintenance as needed.
• Meet daily production targets with high quality.

Skills

Machinery operation

Production monitoring

Quality checks

Health & safety procedures

Attention to detail

Target-driven

Team collaboration

Education

Manufacturing or engineering qualifications

Job description

Machine Operator

Location: Oxford

Salary: £29,000 - £32,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Sector: FMCG / Manufacturing

Shift: Double Days

Job Role - Machine Operator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Machine Operator to join a leading FMCG manufacturing business based in the Oxford area.

The company is continuing to invest in its manufacturing facilities, machinery and people, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Machine Operator to join a growing production team.

You will be responsible for operating and monitoring production machinery, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. You will play an important role in maintaining production output and minimising downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated production machinery.
• Set up machinery and production lines according to manufacturing requirements.
• Monitor production processes and ensure products meet quality standards.
• Carry out basic fault-finding and adjustments where required.
• Complete quality checks and production documentation.
• Work to strict health, safety and hygiene procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organised production environment.
• Identify and report machinery or production issues to the relevant team.
• Work closely with the production and engineering teams to maximise efficiency.
• Meet daily production targets while maintaining high standards of quality.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Machine Operator, Production Operative or similar within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating machinery within a fast-paced production environment.
• Good understanding of health, safety and quality procedures.
• Ability to follow production processes and instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Reliable and committed approach to work.
• Comfortable working within a target-driven manufacturing environment.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience within FMCG, food, beverage or other high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience operating automated production machinery.
• Basic mechanical or technical understanding.
• Experience with machine changeovers, setups or adjustments.
• Relevant manufacturing or engineering qualifications.

The Machine Operator Will Benefit From

• £29,000 - £32,000 salary.
• Working for an established FMCG manufacturing business.
• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Modern manufacturing environment.
• Opportunities for progression within the business.
• Company benefits package.