At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate high-speed production lines and perform basic machine maintenance.
- Company: Join a leading packaging company with a focus on growth and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 22 days holiday, and excellent career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in manufacturing with full training and support.
- Qualifications: Mechanical aptitude or experience in engineering/manufacturing preferred.
The predicted salary is between 35424 - 35424 £ per year.
Are you a production technician/machine operator looking for a new opportunity? Are you a team operator, vehicle mechanic or mechanically trained candidate who wants to use their mechanical skills and forge a career with a business willing to invest in you?
Our client is looking for a highly motivated and proactive production technician/team operator to run high speed production lines within a continuous manufacturing process. Full training and development will be provided for candidates who have core skills within mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
The Company: With the company's success continuing to grow steadily, they are looking at expanding the workforce on site in order to maintain production levels. They are a market leader within a highly profitable packaging industry and are looking forward to another successful year within this marketplace. The business has shown consistent growth and is constantly developing new systems to maintain their competitive advantage in existing markets.
The Role: Within the remit of the role you will be responsible for running fast moving production lines within a highly pressurised manufacturing environment. Duties will include setting the machines pre-production and running the line throughout the production process. You will be responsible for any tool changes required, cleaning of the machinery as well as quality checks of the product. You will be required to undertake basic maintenance of the machines, so an understanding of basic mechanical engineering or a manufacturing process would be useful. Full training will be given on both the process and role, but good mechanical aptitude or manufacturing experience would be extremely useful.
The Candidate:
- Engineering/manufacturing operator background (ideal)
- Strong mechanical aptitude (qualifications or experience), previous candidates have come from a vehicle mechanics background
- Happy working shifts
- Happy working within a fast moving pressurised environment
- Looking for a career within manufacturing
- Plastics knowledge would be useful (ideally Extrusion)
Hours and Salary: Up to £35,424.48. Shift pattern is 4 on 4 off (4 days on, 4 days off, 4 nights on, 4 days off). 22 days holiday or 264 hours, increasing to 23 in year 2 and 24 in year 3. Standard pension. Great progression opportunities in the first year.
If this role is of interest please press apply or get in touch with Ryan Guy on 07837434353.
Machine Operator in Somerset employer: Kingston Barnes Engineering
Join a thriving manufacturing company as a Maintenance Engineer, where you will benefit from comprehensive training and a flexible shift pattern that promotes work-life balance. With a strong focus on employee development and career progression, this market leader offers a dynamic work culture that values your skills and contributions, ensuring you are well-equipped to excel in your role. Experience the satisfaction of being part of a successful team dedicated to maintaining high production standards in a fast-paced environment.
Contact Details:
Kingston Barnes Engineering Recruitment Team
