Machine Line Operator
Location: Stockport
Hours: Rotating Shift Pattern
06:00 - 14:00 (6am - 2pm)
14:00 - 22:00 (2pm - 10pm)
Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour.
Night Shift:
22:00 - 06:00 (10pm - 6am)
Pay Rate: £16.50 per hour.
About the Role
We are looking for experienced Machine Line Operators to oversee the day-to-day running of our filling and labelling lines. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring production lines operate efficiently and safely while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Your main responsibility will be to keep the line running smoothly and efficiently, ensuring machinery is operating correctly, production materials remain fully stocked, and any quality or production issues are identified and escalated promptly. Engineering support will be available for machinery faults and technical breakdowns where required.
Key Responsibilities
Operate and oversee the filling and labelling line throughout the shift.
Keep bottle and cap hoppers stocked to prevent unnecessary downtime.
Monitor machinery performance to ensure efficient and effective operation.
Maintain awareness of overall line flow and productivity.
Identify rejected products or quality concerns and report these to the Quality Control team.
Carry out basic operator adjustments and settings where appropriate.
Escalate machinery faults, breakdowns, or technical issues to the Engineering team.
Keep the production line and surrounding work area clean, organised, and safe.
Follow all production, quality, hygiene, and health & safety procedures.
Work closely with Quality Control, Engineering, and Production teams to minimise downtime and maximise output.
Skills and Experience Required
Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing, production, or packaging environment.
Experience working on filling, bottling, labelling, or automated production lines is highly desirable.
Good attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
Ability to identify issues quickly and take appropriate action.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently when required.
Flexible approach to working rotating shifts.
What We Offer
Competitive hourly rates.
£15.00 per hour for rotating day/afternoon shifts.
£16.50 per hour for night shifts.
Full training and support.
Opportunity to work within a growing production environment.
Ongoing career development opportunities.
Support from dedicated Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.
If you are an experienced Machine Line Operator looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team.
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