About JDM Food Group Founded in 1999 and rooted in Lincolnshire, JDM Food Group began by sourcing premium garlic and ginger—since then, we’ve evolved into Smart Flavourists®, expertly transforming high-quality ingredients into innovative sauces, pastes, marinades, and more. With state-of-the-art facilities and an integrated supply chain spanning ingredient sourcing to packaging, we deliver exceptional flavour solutions across the UK and Europe. Driven by food safety, sustainability, and innovation, we’re proud to create products that set the standard for quality and taste. Machine Operative As a JDM team member, you’ll play an important role in ensuring that we produce products that meet customer requirements, on time and with minimal waste. You’ll be fully trained, working to our Standard Operating Procedures, and ensuring food safety, quality, and security are maintained at all times. As a Machine Operative, you’ll be responsible for setting up, starting, and monitoring machines throughout the production process to make sure everything runs smoothly and targets are met. This is a site-based role at our Bicker facility, reporting to the Production Supervisor and working full-time on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (06:00–18:00). Key Responsibilities: Set up and start machinery at the beginning of each shift. Monitor machine performance during production runs. Check machine settings, films, prints, dates, weights, and codes. Review the production plan and input batch ingredients as required. Maintain high standards of food safety and quality at all times. About You: Ability to communicate effectively in English (written and verbal). Ideally, an understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Strong organisational skills to complete required tasks and paperwork. A basic mechanical understanding would be beneficial but not essential. Proactive, reliable, and a strong team player. What We Offer: 20 days annual leave. A day off for your Birthday to celebrate your way! Company Treat Days (both sweet and savoury!). Free tea, coffee, and hot drinks all year round. Company-paid healthcare, optical, and dental scheme. Cycle-to-work scheme. Discount scheme offering savings at supermarkets, electrical retailers, and more. Team events and awards for long service. Training and development opportunities to keep your skills and qualifications up to date. Free on-site parking. Why Join Us? At JDM Food Group, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking business where people are at the heart of what we do. We offer a modern working environment, opportunities for growth and development, and the chance to make a real impact in a business that is constantly evolving. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Casual dress Company events Company pension A day off to celebrate your Birthday Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Ability to commute/relocate: Kirton PE20 3DJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)