We are recruiting for Autonomous Maintenance Advanced Team Members (ATMs) to join our manufacturing team at Nicholas & Harris, supporting the delivery of high‑performing, reliable and efficient bakery operations through advanced machine operation, front‑line asset care and continuous improvement.
Location, Shift and Salary
Location: Nicholas & Harris, Salisbury, SP2 7PU
Shift: Day Shift – 6am until 6pm – 4 On, 4 Off
Salary: Competitive with Opportunities for Growth
About the role
Working as part of the Operations team, you will play a critical role in maximising equipment performance, reliability and operational efficiency through ownership of machine standards, autonomous maintenance and operational excellence. The role supports consistent production performance while developing technical capability within a modern manufacturing environment.
This role also provides the opportunity to complete a Level 2 NVQ Apprenticeship in Asset Care, building your technical skills, operational knowledge and long‑term career potential within manufacturing.
Responsibilities
As an ATM you will:
- Operate, monitor and optimise designated manufacturing assets to achieve performance, quality and waste targets while maintaining exceptional safety, compliance and operational discipline.
- Take ownership of machine condition through autonomous maintenance activities including cleaning, inspection, lubrication, machine set‑up and first‑line fault finding, ensuring equipment is consistently operating to required standards.
- Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering and Reliability teams to support effective issue resolution, asset improvement and performance optimisation across production.
- Reduce downtime, improve OEE and drive continuous improvement through proactive problem solving, root cause analysis and the effective use of systems such as CMMS to record defects, breakdown trends and machine condition.
- Support changeovers, operational priorities and wider site performance objectives through disciplined execution and ownership.
- Develop technical capability through a Level 2 NVQ Apprenticeship in Asset Care, building recognised qualifications while contributing to high‑performing manufacturing.
Qualifications
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Previous experience within a manufacturing, FMCG, engineering or automated production environment.
- Strong mechanical or technical aptitude, with an interest in machinery, asset care or first‑line maintenance.
- Motivation to develop through a Level 2 NVQ Apprenticeship in Asset Care.
- Problem‑solving mindset and ability to identify issues and support continuous improvement.
- Ability to work effectively within a fast‑paced operational team.
- Strong communication skills with confidence to work cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering and Reliability.
- High attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and operational standards.
- IT literate with the ability to use digital systems such as CMMS or operational recording tools.
- Reliable, adaptable, and proactive with a strong sense of ownership.
- Flexible and willing to support the demands of a fast‑moving production environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with future progression opportunities.
- Level 2 NVQ Apprenticeship in Asset Care.
- Structured technical training and development.
- Opportunity to develop within a highly skilled operational environment.
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave.
- Enhanced Pension Scheme.
- Death in Service Benefit.
- Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family.
- GroceryAid support.
- Retail discounts via our Benefits Hub platform.
- Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £300 per referral – T&C’s dependent).
- Employee Recognition Awards.
- Extensive Learning & Development opportunities.
- Opportunity to build a long‑term career with one of the UK’s leading speciality bakery businesses.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
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