Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Pure Staff is currently recruiting a Machine Operator to join our client based in Loughborough, a well‑established food production business. The role reports directly to the Production Supervisor and involves managing production machinery efficiently, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring production targets are achieved.

• Set up machinery for production runs and maintain clean work areas.
• Operate and adjust machine settings to meet production requirements.
• Ensure adequate supplies of labels, packaging, sauces, and raw materials.
• Perform product quality checks, including weight, taste, packaging integrity, metal detection, and date code verification.
• Identify and report machine faults and assist with troubleshooting.
• Carry out routine maintenance tasks, cleaning, lubrication, and machine strip‑downs after runs.
• Follow all health, safety, food hygiene, and company procedures.
• Collaborate with Production Supervisors, Technical Support, and production teams.
• Train and mentor less experienced operators when required.
• Complete all production, quality, and maintenance paperwork accurately.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
• Participate in taste panels and maintain company quality standards.

• Previous experience in a Machine Operator or similar production role.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Good mathematical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast‑paced production environment.

• Strong technical understanding of machinery operation and basic maintenance.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to identify faults quickly.
• Team‑oriented approach with a positive attitude.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and food hygiene standards.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Reliable, punctual, and hard‑working.

• £12.71 per hour.
• Monday – Friday.
• 40 hours per week.
• 06:00 – 14:30.

• Weekly pay from an experienced payroll team.
• Holiday accrued up to 28 days (pro‑rata).
• Temp‑to‑perm opportunity for the right candidate.
• Full‑time hours with a stable Monday to Friday shift pattern.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to work for a globally recognised manufacturer.
• Free onsite parking.
• Free access to our perks scheme after your first payment (discounts on electronics, travel, clothing, home, fitness, wellbeing and more).

Send your up‑to‑date CV to this advert or call  and speak to a recruitment consultant today. Once a successful pre‑screen is complete, the registration process is quick and easy online using the Pure Staff app, including digital Right to Work checks and interview process.