Machine Operator - Nights

ZipRecruiter; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Machine Operator for an established FMCG business in Milton Keynes. The role includes operating slicing and packaging machinery, ensuring product quality and compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role in an FMCG environment and a team-oriented attitude. Competitive pay starts at £15.00 per hour, rising to £16.80 post-training, with rotational night shifts.

Benefits

Starting hourly pay of £15.00

Pay rise to £16.80 after training

Rotational night shifts

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a similar role, ideally in an FMCG environment.
• Quick learner with a can-do attitude.
• Able to work as part of a team and also use your own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload the slicer and impinger in line with production requirements.
• Manage and deliver production changeovers, ensuring all steps are completed accurately and on time.
• Assemble line components such as guides, grippers, shear bars, and downholders during line set-up and changeovers.
• Act as Team Leader in their absence, overseeing the line and supporting team members.
• Maintain strict compliance with all food safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Experience in FMCG environment

Teamwork

Can-do attitude

Job description

Job Description

Major Recruitment is currently recruiting for Machine Operators to join an established FMCG business located near Milton Keynes. The Machine Operator is responsible for the effective and efficient operation of slicing and packaging machinery, ensuring product quality, food safety, and team safety standards are maintained. The role includes supporting team operations, stepping into team leader duties as required, and maintaining high hygiene and operational standards.

What is in it for you as a Machine Operator:

• Hourly pay starting at £15.00 per hour, rising to £16.80 per hour after training
• Working hours will be rotational nights, 4 on 4 off, 6pm – 6am

Key Responsibilities of a Machine Operator:

• Load and unload the slicer and impinger in line with production requirements
• Manage and deliver production changeovers, ensuring all steps are completed accurately and on time
• Assemble line components such as guides, grippers, shear bars, and downholders during line set-up and changeovers
• Act as Team Leader in their absence, overseeing the line and supporting team members
• Operate the film lifter and change the base film to match production specifications
• Ensure the correct program is selected on the slicer for the current product and complete the machine start-up sheet
• Replenish essential supplies such as knife pots, spray bottles, and PPE for the line team as required
• Monitor the condition of blades, grippers, belts (including downholder, polycords, buffering, transport), and blue rollers; escalate any issues or concerns promptly
• Monitor feedstock conditioning, including temperature and quality, and ensure sliced product meets QAS (Quality Assurance Standards)
• Transport empty dolavs and racks to the washroom for cleaning in line with hygiene procedures
• Collect rework into designated dolavs and complete correct bag labelling for traceability
• Monitor and ensure that lightweights and overweights from the slicer do not exceed the 5% limit
• Ensure the working environment remains compliant with all Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Ensure all operators working with hand slicers or knives are wearing anti-slash gloves and other necessary PPE
• Support training and sign-off of operatives on hand slicers, ensuring competence and adherence to safe working practices
• Maintain strict compliance with all food safety policies and procedures, ensuring a clean and hygienic working environment at all times

Person Specification for a Machine Operator:

• Experience of working in a similar role, ideally in an FMCG environment, would be desirable
• Quick learner with a can-do attitude
• Able to work as part of a team and also use your own initiative

Major Recruitment acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities.