Production​/Machine Operator

Production / Machine Operator Location :
Musselburgh, EH21 6SY
Salary : £28K - £30K per annum, inclusive of shift allowance! Contract :
Full time, Permanent We are Quantum Packaging; we are now recruiting and we want you! We provide flexible food packaging for the big players - Marks and Spencer's, Pizza Hut, Nando's, McDonalds and more! We are growing year on year, continuing to invest in our staff and grow as an organisation. Due to expansion, we are now recruiting for additional Production Operators to join us on a full time, permanent basis.

About the Machine Operator role:
This is a key role where you will set up machines to start a production cycle, control and adjust the machine settings and feed raw material or parts into semi-automated machines. Your goal is to ensure that production procedures are carried out smoothly to maximise efficiency and profits whilst maintaining a safe operating environment at all times. In addition to this you will be responsible for:
Setting up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle Controlling and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed) Feeding raw material or parts to semi-automated machines Inspecting parts with precision and measuring tools Testing operation of machines periodically Fixing issues that might occur during the shift