Production Operator

First Recruitment Services; Billingshurst; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Operator to ensure efficient machinery operation and maintain high product quality in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role offers full training and the chance to work in a rotating shift pattern, contributing to a team that values safety and quality. Ideal candidates will possess strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to learn. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity promises career growth and a supportive work atmosphere. If you are ready to take on challenges in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive training

Health and wellbeing programme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience operating semi-automated production lines is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain machinery for smooth production processes.
• Ensure product quality and meet production targets.

Skills

Machinery operation

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Numeracy

Organisational skills

Education

Experience in manufacturing or production

Experience in GMP/FMCG environments

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

As a Production Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining machinery, ensuring the production process runs smoothly and efficiently. You will play a crucial role in maintaining product quality and meeting production targets.

Full training will be provided; however, experience operating semi-automated production lines in food or pharmaceutical environments would be advantageous.

Work Pattern: We operate to a rotating shift pattern as follows:

06:45-14:45 (Monday to Thursday) and 06:45-13:45 (Friday), followed by 14:30-22:30 (Monday to Thursday) and 13:30-20:30 (Friday). Saturday morning shift overtime available occasionally.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment.
2. Check that all products are produced within the defined limits of quality, quantity, and efficiency.
3. Ensure that all line documentation and sampling systems are being completed correctly.
4. Observe good manufacturing practices at all times.
5. Complete product changeovers and line component clean down operations in a timely manner.
6. Ensure production lines operate start and finish at the correct times.
7. Monitor and reduce wastage, rejects, stock discrepancies, and be responsible for the reconciliation yields.
8. Collaborate with team members and supervisors to optimise production processes.

Ideal Candidate:

1. Highly literate with a good level of conversational and written English.
2. Highly numerate.
3. Ability to operate machinery and use hand tools.
4. Experience completing traceability paperwork.
5. Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment (pharmaceutical/food manufacture preferred).
6. Experience in a GMP/FMCG environment (preferred).
7. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
8. Organised and methodical.
9. Good communication and teamwork abilities.
10. Ability to work to deadlines.
11. Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed.

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Opportunities for career growth and development.
3. Comprehensive training and support.
4. Health and wellbeing programme.
5. Free onsite parking.

If you feel you have the experience and knowledge we’re looking for, we would love to hear from you.