Thrive Recruitment are looking for a Machine Operator/General Operative to work for our client based in Hesketh Bank near Tarleton and Southport (PR4 postcode area). Company Expectations: You will be working together with the Management, Growers, planting team, and procurement team to provide care and maintenance of the company's horticultural products. To take instruction from the designated supervisor who with be given to them by management. Our client is producer of various produce in the farming industry. Duties - Machine Operator: To ensure all safety measures are in place/working (emergency stops, safety guards and general health and safety). To ensure machines are in good working order. To carry out light maintenance tasks (oiling, greasing, tightening chains, changing parts). To ensure the machine is performing correctly (planting plants in correct place/depth, enough compost in packs/pots, boxes are made correctly). To keep the speed of the machine is set at a good pace. To communicate well with supervisors/management. Duties - General Operative: Packing of plants - to pack the required number of plants are packed into the correct boxes, ensuring the correct labels/handles have been applied before dispatch. To check and maintain the quality of the plants are at the required standard that is set out by the supervisor, and removing any that does not conform to standard. Planting- plants need checked to see if they are watered enough before planting. Quality control checks, planting with the correct depth/place/position/amount. Ensure the handles and labels are applied correctly and are fixed in place. Plants placed on trolleys/trailers without damaging them. Assist in training new employees. To work independently and part of a team. To wear the provided PPE. To maintain a good working speed to keep up with the rest of the team. To maintain a clean and tidy working environment. To follow the company policies, procedures and local law. This job description highlights the main components of a machinery operator/general worker, but is not inclusive of all activities that may be required. Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 6am to 5pm. Some Saturday's will be required in peak season. Please note some days you will finish earlier and some days you will finish later. Start Date: As soon as possible. Duration of the Role: Long term and the right candidate will be offered a permanent role with our client. Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour. Please only apply if you can travel to Hesketh Bank/Tarleton area near Southport and have the relevant experience Machine Machine Operative Production INDSKEL