Job Description
Job Title: Machine Operative
Location: Ashton-In-Makerfield
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Production Supervisor / Line Manager
Job Summary:
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Machine Operative to join our production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining machinery, including needle threading, basic machine programming, and monitoring product weights to ensure quality and compliance with production standards.
Shift are- 6am-2pm rotating 2pm-10pm
Key Responsibilities:
* Set up, operate, and monitor machinery in accordance with production specifications
* Thread needles and prepare machines for operational use
* Program and adjust machine settings based on job requirements
* Monitor product weights to ensure consistency and adherence to specifications
* Perform regular quality checks and inspections on finished products
* Identify and report any defects, inconsistencies, or equipment malfunctions
* Maintain accurate production records, including weight logs and machine settings
* Ensure work area and machinery are kept clean and safe at all times
* Follow company health and safety procedures and report any hazards or incidents
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a machine operative or production role
* Ability to thread needles and handle detailed, repetitive tasks with precision
* Basic knowledge of machine programming or willingness to learn
* Strong attention to detail and a focus on quality
* Ability to accurately monitor and record weights of products or components
* Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
* Strong communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions
* Flexible and able to work as part of a team or independently
Desirable:
* Experience in textile, packaging, or manufacturing environments
* Familiarity with digital machine controls or programmable settings
* Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Pay: £12.21 per hour
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