Machine / Production Operative

Ganymede Solutions Ltd; Desford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full site induction

Ongoing training

Brand-new facility

Job summary

Ganymede Solutions Ltd is hiring four Machine / Production Operatives for a brand-new manufacturing facility in Desford. You will operate automated production machinery in the cutting and palletising area, maintaining quality and safety standards on a rotating 4 on/4 off days and nights schedule.

This 6-month contract offers a competitive hourly rate and site induction. Ideal candidates have previous experience operating machinery in manufacturing, good mechanical aptitude, and strong attention

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Experience with automated production equipment is highly desirable.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to make basic machine adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality products.
• Proactive, reliable team player with flexibility for rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and adjust automated production machinery, including extruders and de-hackers.
• Ensure machines run efficiently and safely throughout the shift.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet specification.
• Identify and report machine faults, defects or production issues.
• Complete production records and basic system updates.
• Work to production targets while maintaining high quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and follow all Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Machinery operation

Manufacturing environment

Automated production equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Rotating shift pattern

Job description

Machine / Production Operative – 6 Month Contract

Location: Desford, Leicestershire

Pay Rate: £17.98 per hour

Contract: 6 Month rolling contract

Shift Pattern

4 on / 4 off rotating days and nights

• Days: 5:30am – 6:00pm
• Nights: 5:30pm – 6:00am

The Role

We're looking for 4 experienced Machine / Production Operatives to join a brand-new manufacturing facility in Desford.

Working within the cutting and palletising area, you'll be responsible for operating automated production machinery, ensuring production runs efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. This is a hands‑on role suited to candidates with previous machine operating experience within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and adjust automated production machinery, including extruders and de-hackers.
• Ensure machines are running efficiently and safely throughout the shift.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet specification.
• Identify and report machine faults, defects or production issues.
• Complete production records and basic system updates.
• Work to production targets while maintaining high quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and follow all Health & Safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing or production environment is essential.
• Experience working with automated production equipment is highly desirable.
• Good mechanical aptitude and confidence making basic machine adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products.
• A proactive, reliable approach with the ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work a rotating 4 on / 4 off days and nights shift pattern.

What's on Offer

• £17.98 per hour.
• Work in a brand-new, modern manufacturing facility.
• Opportunity to operate the latest automated production equipment.
• Full site induction and ongoing training.
• Potential for longer-term opportunities following the initial 6-month contract.

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation