OPERATIVE

Machine Operator

Monday to Friday 6am-2pm/2pm-10pm rotating shifts

Haddenham

Base salary of 23000GBP during probationary period, 23500GBP after successful probationary period

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & PURPOSE

In this role you will carry out production-related activities in our high-tech factory, whilst ensuring a quality product is made to customer requirements. These responsibilities will include:

Set up, run and operate specified dispensary, blending and packing tasks within the factory, unsupervised

Strip and clean specific lines and associated equipment and set up for product changeovers

Fault find and report any breakdowns on the lines

Liaise with colleagues ensuring continuity of Performance Reliability and output, whilst carrying out effective handovers, both verbally and in writing

Correctly carry out any required quality checks and constantly monitor the quality of the product being filled and packed

Accurately complete all necessary documentation, including Daily Direction Setting (DDS) boards

Utilise the company’s manufacturing operations system - SAP

Assist with the training of other employees, where necessary

Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), carry out duties following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and 5S practices and be responsible for hygiene and housekeeping in a specified work area

Adhere to health and safety regulations, working within ‘safe systems of work’

Ensure full compliance with Company Quality, Food Safety, Health & Safety and Environmental requirements

Have a flexible approach to work and carry out alternative duties, such as packing and rework, as and when required

Participate in Journey to Excellence (JTE) projects, from data gathering to project completion.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Good literacy and numeracy skills e.g. English & Maths at GCSE level or equivalent

Mechanical aptitude

Experience in a similar hands-on role

Experience of working in a manufacturing environment

Able to work in a team

Good communication skills

Problem solving and fault-finding skills

Excellent attention to detail

Flexible approach to working

Positive and enthusiastic attitude towards work and colleagues