Machinery Operator
£32,000 - £33,500
Ledbury
Full-Time - Permanent
Working Hours: 48 hours - 6-day week
Role Summary
Are you an experienced Machine Operator with a background in food production?
We're working with well-respected business within the fresh produce industry, to recruit a hands-on, safety-conscious Machinery Operator for their Packhouse operation in Ledbury.
This role is vital to the day-to-day running of the packing lines - ideal for someone who takes pride in precision, quality, and working as part of a fast-moving team. If you're confident with food packing machinery, know your way around safety and hygiene protocols, and want to work for a business that values quality and people, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Setup & Operation
* Operate and adjust label applicators, film wrappers, sealing equipment, and other packing machinery.
* Ensure all packaging (including pre-printed film and labels) is accurate and legible.
* Train other operatives in safe machine handling and operating procedures.
* Maintain clean machines and workspaces to meet hygiene standards.
* Conduct end-of-shift cleaning and report any hygiene issues.
* Dispose of unused labels and packaging materials correctly to maintain traceability.
* Follow allergen, segregation, and traceability procedures.
* Complete label checks and ensure traceability systems are followed.
* Follow all site safety protocols including machine guarding, lock-out procedures, and manual handling practices.
* Operate metal detectors and other food safety equipment correctly.
* Report machinery issues, breakdowns, or unsafe conditions immediately.
* Communicate clearly with the QA team and Dispatch regarding delays, defects, or product holds.
* Attend daily team briefings and respond to production needs as they arise.
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience operating machinery in a food production or packing environment.
* Trained in food hygiene and metal detector use (Level 2 Food Safety preferred).
* Knowledge of label accuracy, traceability, and customer specifications.
* Ability to spot and resolve mechanical issues quickly and safely.
* Capable of training others and working well as part of a team.
* Comfortable working in a chilled, fast-paced production area.
Personal Attributes
* Reliable, proactive, and focused on detail.
* Calm under pressure and able to adapt quickly to changes.
* Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and improve.
* Safety- and hygiene-conscious at all times.
* Respectful and supportive in a multicultural team environment.
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