Skilled Machine Operator

Do you have experience of working in a skilled machine operator role?
Are you able to work in a fast paced, team orientated environment?

If so, you could be perfect for this role. We are currently looking to recruit a number of skilled machine operatives on a permanent basis for one of the world's premier confectionary manufacturers.

Company Profile:

Founded in Italy, this global company is a family-run business and one of the largest chocolates and confectionery companies in the world.

Benefits:

Competitive starting salary of £24,466.50 increasing to £27,185 after probation
Bonus of up to £750 per annum
Large on-site free parking
Subsidised staff restaurant
Staff shop with 25% discount on Thorntons products
Generous Pension Scheme
Private Health Care Option

Working hours:

This is a permanent position on an annualised hours' contract basis. You must be able to work various shift patterns including days and nights, which cover a 24-hour period, 7 days a week and will flex throughout the year in line with the business needs.

Position Summary:

As an skilled machine operator you will be pivotal in having knowledge of the production line operations and running machinery effectively. This role will also have a significant focus on technical tasks and problem solving.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications required for this role:

Ideally experience within a production or manufacturing environment where you have been responsible for machinery or running production line equipment and a desire to learn new skills and develop your capabilities further
The confidence to work independently as well as part of a team - setting a great example to colleagues
Great communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with key departments
A proactive approach taking accountability and responsibility for your actions
A flexible and adaptable mind set in order to respond effectively and efficiently to changing production requirements

You will be responsible for:

Operating equipment to standard settings and monitoring to ensure it's running correctly as well as monitoring regularly to ensure production targets are achieved
Dealing with production issues quickly and escalating more complex or high risk issues
Performing autonomous and preventative maintenance to keep the equipment running efficiently
As a workplace expert, train and coach team members to upskill and develop line capability with regards to equipment, processes and standard operating procedures

If this role suits your current skill set and experience please apply using the link on the advert and a member of the Randstad recruitment team will be in touch