Technical Operator

Allstaff Team; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Allstaff Manufacturing Division is hiring a Technical Operator to support bottling and packaging lines in our Glasgow-based facility. No prior manufacturing experience is required, as full training will be given; candidates should be willing to learn, stay positive and be flexible for shift work.

The role involves operating and monitoring automated equipment, conducting routine checks, ensuring quality, maintaining hygiene and safety, and collaborating with production, engineering and quality

Qualifications

• Candidates with manufacturing experience preferred, but training will be provided.
• Willingness to learn new skills and be flexible for shift work.
• Positive attitude and team player with reliability and adaptability.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Operation of bottling & packaging equipment.
• Ensure quality standards throughout production.
• Clean production equipment and work areas for hygiene and safety.
• Report quality issues and production concerns to the team.
• Follow health & safety procedures and company policies.
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet production targets.
• Operate and monitor automated production lines and report faults.
• Carry out routine checks and basic adjustments to minimise downtime.
• Record production data and quality checks accurately.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and quality teams to drive improvement.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Manufacturing experience (preferred)

Job description

Allstaff Manufacturing Division are delighted to bring to the market the role of Technical Operator. Working with a global manufacturing company. We are looking for candidates who have previous manufacturing experience, although not essential as full training will be given. We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills, be positive in all aspects of the job and have a high level of flexibility as shift work will be involved.

Shift Pattern – Candidates must be available for all shifts.

• 06:00 – 14:00
• 14:00 – 22:00
• 22:00 – 06:00
• 06:00-18:00 / 18:00-06:00

Duties

• Operation of bottling & packaging equipment.
• Ensuring quality standards are met throughout the production process.
• Cleaning production equipment and work areas to maintain hygiene and safety standards.
• Reporting quality issues and production concerns to the relevant team members.
• Following all health & safety procedures and company policies.
• Working effectively as part of a team to achieve production targets.

Additional Technical Operator Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated production, bottling and packaging equipment to ensure safe and efficient production.
• Carry out routine machine checks, basic adjustments and report any faults or performance issues to minimise downtime.
• Perform quality inspections throughout the production process, ensuring products and packaging meet required specifications.
• Complete product changeovers, equipment cleaning and routine housekeeping to maintain high manufacturing standards.
• Accurately record production data, quality checks and operational information in line with company procedures.
• Work closely with production, engineering and quality teams to achieve production targets while maintaining a strong focus on health, safety and continuous improvement.