Trainee Machine Setter – Food Production (Day/Back Shift)

Walker's Shortbread Ltd.; Aberlour; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Holiday allowance

Staff canteen

Job summary

Walker’s Shortbread Ltd. is seeking a Trainee Machine Setter for its Aberlour site on a permanent, full-time basis. The role involves being present for first runs, setting machinery to packing plan specifications, and maintaining hygiene through scheduled cleaning.

The ideal candidate has experience in a food production environment and is a reliable team player capable of working under pressure. Onsite training will be provided to develop the necessary skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food production environment preferred; onsite training provided.
• Must be physically fit and able to perform manual tasks.
• Excellent collaboration skills and ability to work both in a team and independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production priorities.

Responsibilities

• Be present for first runs, ensure machinery is switched on and operational, and maintained for use.
• Identify priorities from the packing plan and set machinery and line components to specifications.
• Carry out cleaning per the cleaning schedule to maintain high hygiene standards.

Skills

Food production experience

Team player

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Hand tools

Teamwork and independence

Physically fit

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Walker’s Shortbread Ltd. is seeking a Trainee Machine Setter for its Aberlour site on a permanent, full-time basis. The role involves being present for first runs, setting machinery to packing plan specifications, and maintaining hygiene through scheduled cleaning.

The ideal candidate has experience in a food production environment and is a reliable team player capable of working under pressure. Onsite training will be provided to develop the necessary skills.