Machine Operator

Machine Tech

We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a Machine minder or operatorto join a leading global producer within theFMCGsector. This role provides the chance to work alongside a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus onquality, sustainability, and continuous innovation.

We are looking for candidates withstrong expertisewho are passionate about applying their skills to drive success and are eager to excel in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Main Responsibilities for the successful Machine Tech:

This role offers an excellent opportunity for career development, with structured training and support provided to develop your skills, enabling progression into a fully skilled Engineer position.

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• Ensure all production processes are carried out in accordance with the company's quality standards.
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• Ensure all products are manufactured in compliance with food safety legislation, customer requirements, and company policies.
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• Maintain high standards of housekeeping to meet company and customer expectations.
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• Work safely and remain fully compliant with all training, procedures, and health & safety requirements.
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• Ensure full product traceability is maintained and accurately documented throughout the production process.
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• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot automated case packing robots to maximise production efficiency and minimise downtime.
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• Carry out light engineering duties, including basic mechanical adjustments, routine maintenance, and component replacement where required.
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• Perform first-line fault finding on automated equipment and escalate more complex issues to the Engineering team when necessary.
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• Record machine downtime, faults, and corrective actions using the company's production reporting system (e.g. Redzone) to support continuous improvement.
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• Support preventative maintenance activities and assist engineers during planned maintenance and equipment changeovers.
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• Replenish consumables and packaging materials to ensure continuous production with minimal interruptions.
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• Carry out machine start-up, product changeovers, and line set-up in accordance with production schedules.
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• Monitor machine performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
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• Complete all required quality, safety, and production checks accurately and on time.
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• Operate and maintain case end labelling equipment, including machine set-up, label verification, and label reel changes.
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Main requirements for the successful Machine Tech:

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• Previous experience within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
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• Mechanical or engineering knowledge, with experience of carrying out first-line maintenance and fault finding on production machinery.
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• Experience operating automated production equipment or case packing robots is desirable.
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• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and safe working practices within a manufacturing environment.
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• Knowledge of preventative maintenance and the ability to identify and escalate mechanical issues appropriately.
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• A proactive approach to problem-solving with good troubleshooting skills.
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• Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams
  
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• Good verbal and written communication skills.
  
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• HACCP and Allergen awareness
  
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• Well organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight production deadlines
  
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• A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on reducing downtime and improving machine performance.
  
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• Full UK driving licence.
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What we offer to the successful Machine Tech:

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• Basic salary £35,000+ overtime
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• Monday to Friday- 14:00pm-10:00pm
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• Pension/ and Holiday/ insurance cover.
  
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• Clear progression planfor professional and career growth within a key industry sector.
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• Support for continued education and professional development.
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• Company Events and many more!
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• Regular company events and team activities.
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This is an exciting opportunity to be part of aninnovative, forward-thinking organisationthat values talent, fosters career progression, and empowers its team to make a real impact.

Paradigm Employment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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