Overview
Senior Machine Operator | 4day week
East Belfast
Are you interested in joining an award-winning business, renowned for their quality products and for looking after their staff?
Vickerstock are exclusively partnering Thompson's Tea (Punjana Limited) - a hugely successful 4th generation family Tea business - with the appointment of a Senior Machine Operator for their Belfast based Production facility.
Their mission is to create the "Perfect Everyday Cuppa", superior in taste and flavour whilst representing great value for money; and live by their "TEA" team values of focusing on Teamwork, Excellence and Accountability.
A excellent benefits package includes:
* £14+ per hour DOE
* Discretionary Performance Bonus
* 4 days across Monday to Friday, 5.30am - 4.30pm (42hr week)
* Holiday entitlement - 24days (240hrs - 6weeks)
* Performance based increased annual leave (based on successful audit scores)
* Death in Service
* Pension matched to 5%
* Free Parking
* Training & Development Opportunities
A typical day as Senior Machine Operator
* Operate and maintain all production equipment efficiently, including setup, changeovers, and shutdowns.
* Ensure consistent material supply and correct machine settings throughout shifts.
* Perform quality and CCP checks, isolating and addressing any defective products.
* Adhere to and promote site health and safety policies and procedures.
* Troubleshoot machine issues to minimize downtime and support the Engineering team with problem-solving.
* Support continuous improvement by identifying and preventing recurring issues.
* Lead daily machine start-ups and deliver team briefs to ensure clear communication.
* Train, mentor, and ensure competency of team members on the production line.
* Organize staff breaks and coordinate workflow to maintain production efficiency.
* Provide cover during staff absences and ensure readiness for the next day's production.
Your essential ingredients
* Minimum qualifications - 5 GCSE including English and Maths
* Ability to demonstrate good communications skills
* Evidence of working as part of a wider team/cross department
* Strong problem-solving ability
* Proven mechanical aptitude or basic mechanical training
* Previous machine operating experience
And even better if you have:
* 3-5years Machine Operating Experience
* HACCP training
* Evidence of training others
* Leadership experience
Your next step...
To find out more about this opportunity and a more detailed job description alongside responsibilities and requirements contact Paul Muir in complete confidence. T 028 9031 3720
If this opportunity doesn\'t quite hit the mark, let\'s get a chat and see how I can help grow your career.
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