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Machine Operator

New Appointment Group
Posted a month ago, valid for 4 days
Location

Rochester, Kent ME1 1FR

Salary

£24,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Salary rises after 1 years' service
  • Previous experience of working with machinery and preferably within food production required
  • Confident with manual handling tasks; physically fit
  • Work under pressure and to tight deadlines
  • Competent IT skills required

Are you an experienced Machine Operative?

Days - 6AM till 6PM, 4 on 4 off shifts

Nights - 6PM til 6AM, 4 on 4 off shifts

Working within a highly process driven manufacturing site - you will be managing the raw materials and automated processes on a busy, fast paced manufacturing line. The role of machine Operator is to be responsible for operating, configuring issues and maintaining the machines throughout production, along with quality checking to ensure accuracy and reduce delays.

Responsibilities include

  • Carry out pre-checks and cleaning tasks of the production line.
  • Set up the machines and prepare raw materials for production.
  • Replenishing packaging and films to the production line.
  • Set up batches of production
  • Manual handling including the stacking of finished goods.
  • Maintain the hygiene of equipment.
  • Complete required documentation
  • Record downtime and work with the team to help minimise this.
  • Resolve machine stoppages.
  • Contribute to and help implement continuous improvement, to enhance quality, efficiency, safety and waste reduction.
  • Support and assist training of others staff.

Skills required

  • Previous experience of working with machinery and preferably within food production
  • Confident with manual handling tasks; physically fit
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Work under pressure and to tight deadlines
  • Competent IT skills

Benefits

  • 28 days holiday incl BH
  • Company Pension
  • Salary rises after 1 years' service
  • Night shift allowance

Working 12 hours nights on a permanent rota - you will typically work 4 on 4 off each cycle.

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