Plant / Machine Operator

Office Angels; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Salary progression

Long-term employment

Fresh produce industry

Job summary

Office Angels in Canterbury, UK is seeking a Plant/Machine Operator for our client in Chartham, Kent. Starting at £14.00 per hour with progression up to £16.87 per hour based on experience and development.

This is a permanent position with a 5 out of 7 day shift pattern. The role involves grading line start-up checks, printing and distributing daily production plans, monitoring safety/compliance, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the grading area.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills.
• Good level of English.
• Strong numerical and mathematical ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach.
• Flexible and willing to support the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out grading line start-up checks and ensure equipment is ready for production.
• Print and distribute daily production plans to relevant departments.
• Monitor staff compliance with company procedures, food safety, and health & safety standards.
• Ensure the grading area is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and organisation.
• Set up and prepare grading jobs on company systems, ensuring all parameters align with production plans.
• Monitor product quality, sizing, packaging, and customer specifications throughout production.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to maintain standards and make adjustments where required.

Skills

Communication

English language

Numerical ability

Pressure handling

Self-motivated

Team player

Job description

Plant/Machine Operator

Chartham, Canterbury, Kent

Starting from £14.00 per hour. Progression up to £16.87 per hour based on experience, competency, and development.

5 out of 7 day shift pattern. Permanent Position.

Join our client Team! We are currently recruiting for a Plant/Machine Operator to join our clients busy team. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual looking to develop their career within a leading production business.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out grading line start-up checks and ensure equipment is ready for production.
• Print and distribute daily production plans to relevant departments.
• Monitor staff compliance with company procedures, food safety, and health & safety standards.
• Ensure the grading area is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and organisation.
• Set up and prepare grading jobs on company systems, ensuring all parameters align with production plans.
• Monitor product quality, sizing, packaging, and customer specifications throughout production.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to maintain standards and make adjustments where required.

Essential

• Good communication skills.
• Good level of English.
• Strong numerical and mathematical ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach.
• Flexible and willing to support the wider team.

What they offer

• Starting salary from £14.00 per hour
• Career progression opportunities up to £16.87 per hour
• Ongoing training and development
• Stable, long-term employment with a leading fresh produce business