Machine Operator

Join our team as a Machine Operator and play an essential role in keeping our manufacturing process running smoothly.

In our factory in Merthyr Tydfil, we produce and pack up to 50 tons of wafer, marshmallow bars, toffees and eclairs per day on a large variety of production and packaging lines and machines. This hands‑on position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with machinery, maintaining high quality standards, and being part of a supportive, team‑driven environment. You’ll operate and monitor production equipment, support changeovers and cleaning, and help ensure our products meet strict safety and quality requirements.

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently in line with company procedures.
• Monitor machine performance and make basic adjustments to maintain product quality.
• Carry out routine checks, including safety, quality, and CCP requirements.
• Inspect products to ensure they meet company and legal standards.
• Support product changeovers, cleaning, and equipment preparation.
• Report machine faults, breakdowns, or quality issues promptly.
• Work closely with other departments to maintain smooth production flow.
• Follow Health & Safety, hygiene, and “clean‑as‑you‑go” standards at all times.
• Participate in training and support new staff when required.
• Uphold company values: entrepreneurial, no‑nonsense, reliable, enthusiastic, and craftsmanship‑focused.

• Strong communication, numeracy, and literacy skills.
• Team‑oriented mindset with a proactive approach.
• Previous experience in a hygiene role.
• Experience in the food manufacturing industry.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, quality‑focused environment.

• Free On‑Site Parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Canteen
• Pension Scheme

Send us your CV and covering letter, specifying your earliest possible potential start date, by clicking on the button below.

Baronie is an European confectionery & food company with locations and production facilities in Belgium, Côte d’Ivoire, France, Germany, Poland, United Kingdom, Switzerland and The Netherlands. Our international group employs approximately 4,700 people, working every day to produce the most qualitative private label confectionery and ice cream products for a multitude of national and international retailers. Besides the production of private label products, we also produce our own nationally known brands.

In addition, we co‑manufacture for globally well‑known brands and are also specialised in B2B chocolate production and supply.

Baronie does not accept unsolicited help from intermediaries or other third parties regarding this vacancy. A submitted resume - in any way or form - through third parties without the consent of our HR Manager is considered public information and will not be eligible for compensation in the event that the candidate is hired.