Machine Operative

Company: ATA Recruitment
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Location: Ascott under Wychwood
Job Description:

Machine Operative – Nights

Location: Ascott-under-Wychwood

Industry: Food Manufacturing / Milling

Salary: £29,210 rising to £31,547 after probation

Shift: Nights (Sunday‑Thursday or Monday‑Friday, 22:00‑06:30) – initial training on days required

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor packing machinery and control panels
  • Pack and prepare products for distribution
  • Carry out quality checks and ensure product standards are met
  • Move materials across site, including manual handling
  • Troubleshoot minor faults and maintain smooth production
  • Operate FLT

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment (preferred)
  • Comfortable with physical work and manual handling (up to 25 kg)
  • Able to work on your feet for full shifts
  • Strong attention to detail and quality standards
  • Proactive mindset with good problem‑solving ability
  • Able to work nights and independently when required
  • Good understanding of health & safety practices
  • FLT experience or willingness to train

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with progression after probation
  • Full training provided, including potential FLT training
  • Opportunity to develop within a growing business
  • Stable, long‑term work in a busy production environment

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Posted: June 1st, 2026