Production Bottling Operator

Jdr Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Jdr Recruitment is seeking a Production Bottling Operator for paste production on rolling shifts in Greater Manchester. The role covers covering duties for the Team Leader, operating packaging machinery and ensuring finished product meets quality standards.

You will work within a busy bottling hall, supporting production targets while maintaining safety and hygiene standards, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. This is a contract position in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of GMP and HACCP practices.
• Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the Team Leader with day-to-day production activities.
• Promote and maintain high standards of Health & Safety, GMP and Food Safety.
• Record and monitor OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
• Identify and communicate mechanical issues that may affect production performance.
• Assist with ordering ingredients and packaging materials.
• Help supervise and organise the team of Multi-Skilled Operators.

Skills

FMCG experience

GMP experience

Machinery/packing experience

Job description

PRODUCTION BOTTLNG OPERATOR - Paste - Rolling Shifts 6-2/2-10

Must have:

Previous experience in FMCG, GMP, Machine/Packing experience

Must have Right to Work in the UK

Job Description:

Join a thriving manufacturing team where your technical skills and leadership abilities will drive production excellence.

Our successful Manufacturer/Supplier Client are looking to expand their workforce due to high customer demands.

As a member of the Cover Team, you will:

• Support and cover the Team Leader during day-to-day operations and periods of absence
• Provide support to other team members within the Bottling Hall (Paste)
• Be flexible and able to operate all machinery within the area
• Rotate across the area to ensure production is:
• Safe
• Hygienic
• Efficient
• Cost-effective
• Completed to the required quality, specification and quantity

Key Responsibilities:

When providing cover, you will:

• Support the Team Leader with day-to-day production activities
• Promote and maintain high standards of:
• Health & Safety
• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
• Food Safety
• Continuous Improvement (CI)
• Support with ordering ingredients and packaging materials
• Identify and communicate mechanical issues that may affect production performance
• Record and monitor OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
• Take appropriate action to resolve production issues
• Maintain clear and effective communication across the team
• Help supervise and organise the team of Multi-Skilled Operators
• Ensure all relevant Critical Control Points (CCPs) for the production line are understood and followed

Requirements:

The successful candidate will be:

• Flexible and willing to support different areas when required
• Organised and conscientious, with strong attention to detail
• Confident and competent in operating machinery
• Able to work accurately and follow procedures
• Comfortable completing paperwork and carrying out calculations
• Numerate and literate, with a high level of accuracy
• A good communicator who works well collaboratively with operatives, Team Leaders, and other members of the production team
• Able to demonstrate a good understanding of Food Safety and HACCP requirementsConfident in taking responsibility and helping to lead and organise others

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Job Type: Contract

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.