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Machine Operator

Rochester, Kent | Full Time

Reporting To: Shift Supervisor

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Job Purpose:

As a Machine Operator you will operate automatic packing production lines (machines) ensuring the product safety, quality volume and hygiene targets are achieved on a daily basis.

Responsibilities:

Pre-Production Checks & Setup

  • Carry out pre-start-up safety and hygiene checks required for the production line before starting.

  • Set the machines to production recipes.

  • Prepare raw materials for production.

Production Line Operations

  • Replenish packaging to the production line during the shift, including stacking boxes and consumable items like glue and labels.

  • Replace films and replenish them on the line during production.

  • Replenish the line with pallets or other materials needed for production.

  • Resolve machine stoppages promptly.

  • Achieve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and waste targets.

Documentation & Quality Control

  • Complete and maintain correct documentation for each product run.

  • Complete and record quality and CCP (Critical Control Point) checks on the line at defined intervals.

  • Record downtime.

Health, Safety & Hygiene

  • Ensure the safety of oneself and others at all times.

  • Maintain health and safety and adhere to policies and procedures at all times.

  • Maintain the hygiene of equipment during and after job completion.

Teamwork & Continuous Improvement

  • Work as part of a team.

  • Provide feedback to the Shift Supervisor and Production Manager as necessary.

  • Contribute to and help implement continuous improvement to enhance quality, efficiency, safety, and waste reduction.

  • Assist in the training of others and identify own training needs.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Any other reasonable duties, responsibilities, or requests issued by management.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

  • Previous experience in Machine/Production Operator role is essential.

  • Safe manual handling practices.

  • Health and safety awareness.

  • The ability to follow instructions and use own initiative.

  • Excellent communication skills.

  • The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

  • Good team working skills.

  • IT literate.

Shift Patterns:

  • Fixed Days 4 on 4 off

  • OR Fixed Nights 4 on 4 off (Night Shift allowance)

If you are interested in this role and working for Veetee, please send your CV to recruitment@veetee.com

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