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Machine Operator

Job in Failsworth, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listing for: Major NW Sales
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Associate / Production Line, Machine Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 34956 GBP Yearly GBP 34956.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Failsworth

Major Recruitment has an exciting opportunity for a Machine Operator to join our prestigious manufacturing client based in Failsworth.

The role would suit candidates with previous production or machine operating experience in any of the following;

* Plastics Manufacturing

* Extrusion

* Masterbatch

* Chemical

* Food Manufacturing

* Injection Moulding

Previous plastic manufacturing experience is highly desirable although not essential.

Key responsibilities include:

* To be responsible for the manufacture of all masterbatch to a good consistent quality in line with laboratory specification.

* To be responsible for the manufacture of all masterbatch at the required hourly output rates.

* To ensure that optimum process conditions are repeated at all times and to ensure that the quality of production does not deviate from the required laboratory specifications.

* To ensure that the correct raw materials are used in accordance with the laboratory formulations.

* To be responsible for the correct settings of all feeding equipment and to ensure all feeding equipment is in calibration.

* To be responsible for carrying out minor maintenance repair work, e.g. changing dies, dressing pelletiser blades, extruder pusher repairs and any other maintenance work considered necessary by the Production Manager.

* To be responsible for maintaining a clean and tidy workplace, at all times.

* To support the implementation of continuous improvement programs.

* To engage in suggestions for improving the efficiency of the PMU.

* To carry out the Bagging operation role as required.

Salary: £ 34,956.46 per annum

Working hours:

3 shift rotation Monday to Friday 6am – 2pm, 2pm – 10pm, 10pm – 6am.

Please only apply for the role is you can work all 3 shifts.

Skills and experience:

* Experience in Plastics manufacturing or a similar environment

* Flexibility to work shifts

* Processing experience

* Health and Safety knowledge

* Strong communication skills

Company Benefits:

* Excellent training and progression opportunities

* Highly competitive salary

* 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays

* Cycle to work scheme

* Dental cover

* Tusker Car Scheme

* Company Pension Scheme

Interviews: there will be a two stage interview process held direct with our client at their site in Failsworth.

To apply , please submit your most recent CV
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