Machine Operator

Job in Newbridge, Caerphilly County, SA62, Wales, UK

Listing for: Manpower Group (UK)

Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-09-13

Job specializations:

Manufacturing / Production
Food Production, Production Associate / Production Line

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 13.5 - 16.44 GBP Hourly GBP 13.50 16.44 HOUR

A leading food manufacturer is looking for flexible Machine Operators to work on a production line in its modern, automated, and clean site based in Crumlin, Wales - 15 miles from Newport and 10 miles from Cwmbran and Caerphilly.

PAY: Paying from £13.50-£16.44 per hour + up to £45.76 per hour for overtime shifts.

SHIFTS: Various shifts available but preferably you will be able to work all or some weekends. The contract is on-going with strong temp to perm opportunities.

What You Will Be Doing:

To operate a variety of machinery producing units of packed products.
Pack finished products on the end of the line ready to send through to distribution whilst completing all paperwork.
To ensure a high standard of quality is maintained throughout the production process.
To maintain excellent hygiene standards in line with Company/ Client procedure.
To communicate any issues as they arise.
To follow all Company and Client procedures.
To adhere to Health and Safety standards.
To work in a flexible and organised manner.
Training, coaching and mentoring of any other team members.
To carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by your supervisor or Manager.
To understand and comply with the Company's Health and Safety Policy Statement.

What You Will Bring:

Have an eye for detail to ensure accuracy and precision.
Possess a good level of numeracy skills.
Positive attitude possessing high levels of commitment and motivation.
Flexibility to work varying shift patterns and work to tight deadlines.
A strong communicator able to work well in a team.
The ability to work on fast moving production lines.
Forward thinking and possessing a "can do" attitude.
Ability to pass Level 2 Food Safety.
Ability to be flexible, quality conscious, and to problem solve.
Experience of working in a similar food production sector (desirable)
Knowledge of food production, food hygiene and associated procedures (desirable).

What You Will Get:

Competitive pay.
Comprehensive training and development.
Pension and annual leave entitlement of 28 days a year pro-rota for the first 12 weeks, and 33 days per annum thereafter (including bank holidays).
Free parking, shopping discounts and free case of product periodically!