Machine Operator

Description:

Machine Operative (Training to Extruder Machine Operator) - Witham
Pay: Highly competitive
Hours: Monday to Friday - Weekly rotating shifts
* 07:00 - 15:00
* 15:00 - 23:00
Contract: Temp to Perm

We are recruiting for an experienced Machine Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business in Witham. This role focuses on hands-on machine operation within a busy production environment, with a clear progression route onto an extruder machine.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with machine operating experience-ideally within food manufacturing-who are looking to step into a more skilled position with structured training and increased earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

Operating and monitoring production machinery to ensure efficient output
Running filling machinery for 1-tonne bags
Carrying out product quality checks, including moisture testing
Supporting production flow across departments
Assisting with machine setup, changeovers, and basic fault finding
Maintaining high standards of hygiene, housekeeping, and safety
Ensuring production targets and quality standards are consistently met

Training & Progression

Full training provided with a structured pathway to become an Extruder Machine Operator
Opportunity to develop into a more technical, skilled role within production
Pay increase to £15.50+ per hour once fully trained on the extruder machine

The Ideal Candidate

Strong experience in machine operating, ideally within food manufacturing
Confident working in a fast-paced manufacturing and production environment
A counterbalance Forklift Ticket would be a distinct advantage
Mechanically minded with a willingness to learn new machinery, including extruder equipment
Reliable transport or based locally to Witham
Looking for a long-term, temp-to-perm opportunity with progression

What's on Offer

Hands-on machine operating role with clear technical progression
Structured training into an Extruder Machine Operator position
Weekly pay
Overtime opportunities
Monday to Friday shift pattern
Long-term opportunity with permanent prospects
Ongoing training and developmentThis is a great opportunity to join a growing production team and build a long-term career within a specialist manufacturing environment.

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