Machine / Production Operative

Ganymede Solutions Ltd.; Thornton; On-site; GBP 60,614,000 - 68,880,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand-new facility

Ongoing training

Induction + long-term opportunities

Job summary

Ganymede Solutions Ltd. seeks four experienced Machine/Production Operatives for a brand-new Desford facility. You will operate automated machinery in cutting and palletising areas, ensuring efficient production and high-quality output.

The role requires hands-on machine operation experience in manufacturing with a 4 on/4 off rotating days and nights pattern. You’ll work 5:30am–6:00pm days or 5:30pm–6:00am nights, with a 6-month rolling contract and a pay rate of £17.98 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience with automated production equipment is desirable.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to adjust machines.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Reliable team player with flexibility for rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and adjust automated production machinery and equipment.
• Ensure machines run efficiently and safely throughout shifts.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.
• Identify and report machine faults, defects or production issues.
• Complete production records and basic system updates.
• Work to production targets while maintaining quality.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and follow health & safety procedures.

Skills

Machinery operation

Quality checks

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Health & Safety

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

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