Machine Operative (Training to Extruder Machine Operator) – Witham
Pay: Highly competitive
Hours: Monday to Friday – Weekly rotating shifts* 07:00 – 15:00* 15:00 – 23:00
Contract: Temp to Perm
We are recruiting for an experienced Machine Operative to join a well‑established manufacturing business in Witham. This role focuses on hands‑on machine operation within a busy production environment, with a clear progression route onto an extruder machine.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with machine operating experience – ideally within food manufacturing – who are looking to step into a more skilled position with structured training and increased earning potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Operating and monitoring production machinery to ensure efficient output
- Running filling machinery for 1‑tonne bags
- Carrying out product quality checks, including moisture testing
- Supporting production flow across departments
- Assisting with machine setup, changeovers, and basic fault finding
- Maintaining high standards of hygiene, housekeeping, and safety
- Ensuring production targets and quality standards are consistently met
Training & Progression
- Full training provided with a structured pathway to become an Extruder Machine Operator
- Opportunity to develop into a more technical, skilled role within production
- Pay increase to £15.50+ per hour once fully trained on the extruder machine
The Ideal Candidate
- Strong experience in machine operating, ideally within food manufacturing
- Confident working in a fast‑paced manufacturing and production environment
- A counterbalance Forklift Ticket would be a distinct advantage
- Mechanically minded with a willingness to learn new machinery, including extruder equipment
- Reliable transport or based locally to Witham
- Looking for a long‑term, temp‑to‑perm opportunity with progression
What’s on Offer
- Hands‑on machine operating role with clear technical progression
- Structured training into an Extruder Machine Operator position
- Weekly pay
- Overtime opportunities
- Monday to Friday shift pattern
- Long‑term opportunity with permanent prospects
- Ongoing training and development
This is a great opportunity to join a growing production team and build a long‑term career within a specialist manufacturing environment.
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