Job Description:
Technical Operator (Nights) - Mars Wrigley
Plymouth Salary up to £45,322.00 (inclusive of shift allowance)
+ Company Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits
Mon-Fri -Nights - 10pm-6am
The Role
The Technical Operator will be accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, pieces of equipment and operational decisions at line level to achieve targets and coordinate resources as required.
⭐ What's in it for you? Competitive salary up to £45,322.00 (inclusive of shift allowance)
Hot food restaurant on site
Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
Private healthcare + equal parental leave
Onsite gym and nurse/osteopath/podiatrist
Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
Life assurance (4x salary)
EV salary sacrifice scheme
Gym membership & wellbeing support
Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service
Free parking on site:
✅ What We're Looking For Minimum 1 Year Manufacturing Experience: Proven hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment is required
Mechanical Training or Background: Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair complex mechanical systems
Machinery Disassembly & Reassembly: Skilled in dismantling machinery to analyze components and functionality, and reassembling equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Microsoft Outlook & Excel Proficiency: Competent in using Microsoft Outlook and Excel for communication, reporting, and data analysis.
Team Leadership/Coordination (Desirable): Experience in leading or coordinating small teams of associates is highly valued.
Key Responsibilities Lead first-line maintenance for multiple production machines, making operational decisions to meet production targets.
Diagnose and repair mechanical breakdowns using appropriate tools and methods to identify root causes.
Take ownership of the performance and reliability of several machines, processes, or equipment.
Coordinate, coach and support a small team of operators and temporary associates to ensure line targets are consistently achieved.
Assist operators with daily production tasks to maintain smooth and efficient line operations.
What You Can Expect from Mars Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles
Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow"
Access world-class training & development from day one
Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package