Machine Operator

Machine Operator
Sector:
Food Manufacturing

Location:

Near Bury St Edmunds

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
Circa £35,000 per annum

Hours:

12-hour Panama days & nights (2-2-3)

iSQ Recruitment is working with a well-established food manufacturer near Bury St Edmunds with their search for a Machine Operator. You’ll be working in a high-volume processing environment, where attention to detail, strong work ethic, and the ability to stay proactive and manage multiple tasks are key.

This role would suit someone with previous experience operating production machinery in a busy manufacturing environment, who enjoys being hands-on, working as part of a team, and keeping processes running smoothly. Experience in food production, process manufacturing, agriculture processing, grain, or similar industrial environments would be a distinct advantage.

Please Note
 
This role does not offer visa sponsorship.
Candidates must have full Right to Work in the UK.
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required due to the location.
Why Join?
 
Stable, long-term opportunity within an established UK manufacturer
Hands-on role with opportunities to develop technical and operational skills
Work within a busy, high-volume production environment
Supportive and experienced operations team
Opportunity to gain exposure to production, process control, and maintenance support  

Key Responsibilities
 
Operating and monitoring production and processing machinery
Ensuring production processes run efficiently and safely throughout the shift
Carrying out routine checks and basic mechanical tasks to support operations
Maintaining high food safety, hygiene, and quality standards
Identifying issues quickly and working proactively to minimise downtime
Supporting the wider team with planned maintenance and operational tasks
Working within a busy, physically active production environment  What We’re Looking For  
Experience working in food manufacturing, process manufacturing, or a similar production environment
Previous experience operating or monitoring production machinery
Comfortable working in an industrial environment
Physically fit and happy to remain active throughout shifts
Reliable, motivated, and able to work well as part of a team
Flexible to work Panama day and night shifts
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Full Right to Work in the UK  This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on production work and operating machinery in a fast-paced environment, with the chance to develop their career within a well-established manufacturing operation.

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