Machine Operator in Rochester, Kent

Energy Jobline CVL; Rochester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Rochester is seeking a Machine Operator. Responsibilities include setting up machinery, monitoring product quality, and adhering to GMP standards. The ideal candidate should have basic machine operating skills and a desire to learn. Benefits offered upon permanent contract include a pension, annual salary reviews, and private healthcare. This role offers a competitive hourly rate with opportunities for overtime.

Benefits

Company events and activities

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Referral programme

Overtime rate x1.5

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Service rewards

Private healthcare

Annual salary reviews

Qualifications

• Ability to work at speed with high attention to detail.
• Understanding of GMP standards.
• Desire to learn and progress within the company.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards.
• Set, tool, and operate machinery to produce products.
• Monitor product quality and make necessary adjustments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic tool setting/machine operating skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Machine Operator

Rochester | Temp to Permanent | £12.21ph – increasing with permanent contract | Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm

Position Overview

As a Machine Operator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the consistent production of high‑quality products. You will be responsible for setting, tooling, and operating machinery, as well as monitoring product quality and adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will contribute to the company’s success and reputation in the industry.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards at all times
• Set, tool, and operate machinery to produce products consistently to the required specifications
• Load and unload products from machines
• Monitor product quality and make necessary adjustments to improve machinery efficiency
• Complete paperwork to GMP standards and perform daily machine checks
• Maintain a clean work environment and report any issues to line managers
• Lift ingredients and machine parts up to 25 kg
• Adhere to site Health and Safety and Food Safety regulations

Candidate Profile

• Ability to work at speed with high attention to detail
• Basic tool setting/machine operating skills
• Ability to lift ingredients and machine parts up to 25 kg
• Understanding of GMP standards
• Effective communication and problem‑solving skills
• Desire to learn and progress within the company

Benefits (eligible once on a permanent contract)

• Company events and activities
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on‑site parking
• Referral programme
• x1.5 overtime rate
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (plus an extra day for each year of service, capped at 1 week)
• Service rewards
• Private healthcare
• Annual salary reviews

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