Machine Setter
Stevenage
£31,000 - £35,000
Alexander Steele are delighted to be supporting a successful and growing food manufacturing business with the recruitment of multiple Machine Setters across a range of shift patterns.
Available Shift Patterns & Salary
Day Shift
- 4 on / 4 off rotation
- 7:00am - 7:00pm
- £31,000 per annum
Night Shift
- 4 on / 4 off rotation
- 7:00pm - 7:00am
- £35,000 per annum
This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment where you'll receive full training, career development opportunities, and the chance to work with modern production equipment. Whether you're an experienced Machine Setter, a Production Operative looking for progression, or someone with a strong mechanical aptitude seeking a career in manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Machine Setter, you will be responsible for setting up, operating and optimising production machinery to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll work closely with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to maximise performance, minimise downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, adjust and operate manufacturing equipment.
- Complete product changeovers safely and efficiently.
- Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot issues.
- Carry out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance activities.
- Maintain high standards of health & safety, food safety and housekeeping.
- Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
- Support production targets relating to efficiency, quality and waste reduction.
- Work collaboratively with Engineering, Quality and Production teams.
- Contribute ideas and initiatives to improve operational performance.
Desirable Experience
- Previous manufacturing, engineering or food production experience.
- Experience setting or operating machinery.
- Mechanical aptitude or interest in engineering.
- Knowledge of GMP, quality systems or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Relevant Engineering, Manufacturing or STEM qualifications.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity would be ideal for:
- Experienced Machine Setters seeking their next challenge.
- Production Operatives looking to progress into a technical role.
- Apprentices completing engineering or manufacturing programmes.
- Recent graduates looking to build a career within manufacturing.
- Individuals with a practical, mechanical mindset who enjoy problem-solving.
- Candidates looking for long-term career progression within a growing business.
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Contact Details:
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