Nightshift Production Operator

Highland Spring Group; Lennoxtown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading natural source water manufacturer in Scotland is seeking a Nightshift Production Operator. The role involves operating and monitoring high-speed automated equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates should have experience in high-volume manufacturing, confidence with automated machinery, and a commitment to teamwork and safety. The position offers a unique schedule of 3.5 days per week, with night shifts beginning at 8 PM.

Qualifications

• Experience in high volume manufacturing environment, preferably FMCG.
• Ability to run automated equipment and perform troubleshooting.
• Attention to detail with strong ownership and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated equipment to meet safety, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Perform product changeovers and routine maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, hygiene, and food safety standards.

Skills

Experience in high-volume manufacturing

Confidence with automated machinery

Strong attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

FLT licence

Job description

About Highland Spring Group

Join a values‑led manufacturer shaping the future of natural source water. We’re investing in capability and growth while staying true to sustainability and our core values of Teamwork, Pride and Care.

The role

Our Nightshift Production Operators run high‑speed lines (bottle blowing, filling and packaging), keep our standards sky‑high, and support safe, efficient output. An FLT licence is preferred to support material movements at line‑side.

What you’ll do

• Operate: Run and monitor automated equipment to hit safety, quality and OEE targets.
• Changeovers & maintenance: Complete product changeovers; carry out routine cleaning, lubrication and basic checks; elevate faults promptly.
• Quality & compliance: Follow GMP, hygiene and food‑safety procedures; complete accurate production records.
• Safety leadership: Live our “Safety First” culture and follow site procedures.

What you’ll bring

• Experience in high‑volume manufacturing (FMCG preferred).
• Confidence with automated machinery and on‑screen controls; good problem solving.
• Strong attention to detail, ownership and teamwork.
• FLT licence (counterbalance or reach) preferred; training support can be available.

This role will be 3.5 days per week, week 1 will be Monday to Thursday 8pm until 8am, week 2 will be Monday to Wednesday 8pm until 8am.

If you could be our next Nightshift Production Operator, please apply today.