Production Machine Operator – Night Shift Job Ref: LACH1 Are you a hardworking, reliable individual looking to build a career within a fast-paced production environment? Join a supportive manufacturing team and play a key role in keeping machinery, quality, and production output running smoothly. This is a full-time night-shift temporary position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate, offering long-term stability and great development opportunities. The role is 48 hours per week, working Monday to Thursday on night shifts. Key Responsibilities * Set up machinery at the start of each shift * Carry out essential safety checks and follow all H&S procedures * Monitor machine performance to maintain optimum running speeds * Conduct quality checks and ensure all products meet required standards * Record setup, run time and downtime using internal systems * Assist other operators during busy periods as needed * Clean, maintain and recalibrate machinery at the end of each shift * Operate pallet jacks and other production equipment * Maintain a tidy and safe working environment, preventing waste build-up * Report defects, near misses or issues promptly * Provide production progress updates to the Production Manager Essential Skills & Attributes * Strong awareness of health & safety * Ability to listen, learn and follow written and verbal instructions * Excellent attention to detail * Good numeracy skills and ability to calculate measurements * Physically fit with strong stamina and manual-handling awareness * Basic computer skills * Reliable, punctual and hardworking * Flexible and able to support additional shifts when required * Positive team player with a proactive attitude Desirable Experience (Not Essential) * Experience working in a production or manufacturing environment * Familiarity with machine operation or similar equipment * Background in roles requiring physical work or quality checks Why Temp with First Recruitment Services? Working as a temporary worker through First Recruitment Services offers the chance to experience a variety of roles while enjoying flexible working opportunities and excellent employee benefits, including: * 24/7 access to NHS-approved GP telephone support and prescription services * Access to the UK’s largest employee discount platform * Specialist medical assistance and support hotline * Weekly pay * Hundreds of gym discounts * 24/7 access to mental health crisis support and counselling Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment business in relation to this assignment