Job Description Machine Operative Job Role Our client, a manufacturer of specialist packaging products in Oakham, currently has an immediate opportunity for a machine operative. The role offers an exciting opportunity to join a team that is currently experiencing a significant level of growth. The ideal candidate will have injection moulding experience within the plastic packaging industry. Job Responsibilities All aspects of setting and running moulding machines to maximise the output of quality product. Job changes including colour, material and label changes. Fault finding, Minimising waste, process improvements & quality checks. Promote and ensure good working practice and basic preventive maintenance. Maintain housekeeping around machines and sustain a safe working environment. Carry out tool changes when required. Communicate issues affecting machine performance, efficiency, safety and quality to the relevant supervisor / manager. Ensuring safety checks for the department are completed to schedule. Complete all relevant paperwork as required. Person Specification Experience of tool changes and setting up production machines Ability to fault find, diagnose and resolve moulding process issues. Knowledge and understanding of health and safety risks and control measures Hard working, self-motivated individual with teamwork skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Practical hands-on mechanical ability & problem solving Organised and Punctual Ability to work with and without direct supervision with attention to detail Previous production or factory experience would be beneficial Hours of Work and Pay Monday to Friday 2pm to 10pm (40 hours per week) Starting salary £30,697per annum 33 days holiday