Production / Machine Operator

Production / Machine Operator

Location: Musselburgh, EH21 6SYSalary: £28K – £30K per annum, inclusive of shift allowance!Contract: Full time, Permanent

We are an established and growing manufacturer of flexible food packaging, supplying products to some of the UK’s best-known food and hospitality brands.

We are recruiting for a Production / Machine Operator to join us on a full time, permanent basis.

This is a key role where you will set up machines to start a production cycle, control and adjust the machine settings and feed raw material or parts into semi-automated machines.

Your goal is to ensure that production procedures are carried out smoothly to maximise efficiency and profits whilst maintaining a safe operating environment at all times.

In addition to this you will be responsible for:

Setting up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle
Controlling and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed)
Feeding raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
Inspecting parts with precision and measuring tools
Testing operation of machines periodically
Fixing issues that might occur during the shift
Checking output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws
Keeping records of approved and defective units or final products
Maintaining activity logs
Using forklift to move raw materials, semi-processed and finished goods.
Cleaning of production area’s to a high standard.

In order to be successful in this role you must have:

Proven experience as a machine operator.
Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)
Understanding of production procedures
Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Teamwork and communication skills
Physical stamina and strength
High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plus
Valid forklift drivers licence desirable

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today, forwarding an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.

No agencies please
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed