Machine Operator

Location: Airdrie

Hours: Monday-Friday (Dayshift)

Albert Bartlett has been proudly supplying the UK with high‑quality potatoes since 1948. As a family‑run business with sites in Airdrie, Boston, Westwick and Jersey, we champion traditional farming values while embracing modern production techniques.

We're looking for a Machine Operator / Machine Setter to join our friendly, fast‑paced production team on a Monday‑Friday dayshift. This is an excellent opportunity for someone mechanically minded who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to contribute to a long‑standing British food brand.

If you enjoy hands‑on work, problem‑solving and helping to keep production running smoothly, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

• Set up and calibrate production machinery in line with product specifications
• Complete safe and efficient machine changeovers

• Carry out regular machine checks to maintain performance
• Respond quickly to minor mechanical issues to reduce downtime

• Monitor production output to ensure all products meet quality standards
• Make real‑time adjustments to maintain consistency

• Record machine settings, changes and production data clearly
• Support quality assurance through accurate documentation

• Work closely with fellow operators, setters and team leaders
• Support a positive, smooth‑running production environment

• Assist with training new operators on machine operation and safety procedures
• Follow all company health, safety and hygiene standards

You’ll excel in this role if you have:

• Experience as a Machine Setter, Machine Operator, Production Operative, or similar manufacturing role
• Strong mechanical awareness and a hands‑on approach
• Good attention to detail and problem‑solving ability
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Reliability and a positive attitude

Experience in food production is helpful but full training will be provided
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• £13.17 per hour (rising to £14.23 after training)
• Monday-Friday dayshift (excellent work‑life balance)
• Supportive team and strong family‑run culture
• Training and development opportunities
• Free on‑site parking and staff facilities
• Long‑term career potential in food manufacturing

If you're mechanically minded, enthusiastic and looking for a friendly workplace with stable hours, we'd love to hear from you. Bring your skills to Albert Bartlett and help us continue delivering quality products across the UK.

• Previous experience in machine setting or a similar role within a manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong understanding of machinery operation, particularly in food production
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to maintain machinery effectively
• A keen eye for detail to ensure product quality and safety standards
• Collaborative spirit and great communication skills to work effectively with the team
• Willingness to embrace a dynamic work environment and adapt as needed

Ready to take your career to the next level? At Albert Bartlett, we're not just about potatoes; we're about people! Join us and become part of our delicious legacy!

• Pension Plans
• Life Assurance
• Leave Package
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Programme - Counseling