Machine Operator

Adecco; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join a manufacturing company. The role involves running production machinery, performing quality checks, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have experience in manufacturing and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including annual leave and private health care.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Overtime paid at x1.5

Bank holidays paid at x2

Career progression

Private health care

Death in service x2 salary

Free parking on site

Free hot drinks

Qualifications

• Experience within a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Communication skills are necessary for team collaboration.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented mindset is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Set up production equipment and ensure sufficient supplies ready for production.
• Operate machinery safely and effectively.
• Perform regular equipment maintenance.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements.
• Conduct visual quality checks on products.

Skills

Experience within a manufacturing environment

Effective communication skills

Self motivated and keen to learn

Results oriented

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Machine Operator

Location: Sandwich, Kent (MUST be a driver and have your own vehicle due to location and shift times)

Salary: 28,100

Hours: 4 on 6am - 6pm, 4 off, 4 on 6pm - 6am, 4 off

Our Client:

A leading manufacturing company known for its commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability. They specialise in producing a wide range of products for various industries, and their dedication to excellence has made them a trusted partner in the industry.

Role Summary

To run machinery within the production area to complete production orders. Also to carry out quality checks on manufactured products.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• Overtime paid at x1.5
• Bank holidays paid at x2
• Career progression
• Private health care
• Death in service x2 salary
• Free parking on site
• Free hot drinks

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities within your new role would be to:

• Set up production equipment and ensure sufficient supplies ready for production.
• Operate equipment safely and effectively.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained and in good and safe working condition.
• Perform regular equipment maintenance, with the help of the engineering department.
• Provide assistance to other staff members.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements.
• Perform visual quality checks on manufactured products.
• Record machine data on a verification sheet, addressing any anomalies.
• Carry our strip and cleans on all production lines.
• Operate forklift trucks to transfer raw materials and finished goods.
• Contribute to waste management programs.
• Identify non-conforming materials and segregate.
• Communicate testing status and results.

Experience and skills

Experience and skills required for this position:

• Experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience within quality setting would be ideal but not essential.
• Effective communication skills.
• Be self motivated and keen to learn.
• Be results orientated.
• Have working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Next steps

If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie (Permanent Consultant) on (phone number removed).

Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details; if you successfully refer a friend, you will receive a 50 voucher (terms apply).

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