Foiling Machine Operator - Nights

About the role

We are currently recruiting a Foiling Operator to join our Manufacturing team. This role is responsible for the setup, operation, and day-to-day running of foiling machines, supporting the smooth flow of materials through the foiling area while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

This is a hands‑on operational role with no people or budget management responsibilities, ideal for someone with manufacturing or production experience who enjoys working as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

As a Foiling Operator, your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Setting up and operating foiling machines and associated ancillary equipment
• Producing foiled products in line with the production plan
• Recording machine outputs using SIC and OEE documentation and procedures
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure finished goods meet required standards and defects are minimised
• Accurately recording quality performance and checks
• Disposing of rejects in accordance with company procedures
• Supporting the movement of materials and finished goods to and from the foiling area
• Assisting with empty stillages, mounting stillages onto wheels, and material flow through the foiling machines
• Supporting in-feed and off-load areas as required to reduce machine downtime
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and tidy working environment
• Completing daily safety checks on machinery and equipment
• Keeping foiling machines in good working order, working with Maintenance where required
• Sharing knowledge, supporting, and coaching team members on processes, set-ups, and operating procedures
• Carrying out any other reasonable duties as required by the Unit or Area Manager, including occasional support to other areas of the business

• GCSEs in English and Maths (grade C / 4 or above)
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or engineering production environment
• Previous experience as a technical or machine operator
• A strong team player with a results-driven mindset

• NVQ Level 2 in a technical discipline
• Previous foiling or similar machine operation experience
• A proactive approach to work and continuous improvement

• Flexibility is required, with occasional work outside normal working hours and at weekends
• Occasional movement to other areas of the factory may be required to meet production demands

• Nights
  - Monday to Thursday 3pm to 2am.

• Competitive Salary
• Pension
• 31 days holiday, increasing with service, plus have your birthday off
• Paid time off annually to volunteer
• Comprehensive health & well-being benefits including cycle to work scheme, heavily discounted gym memberships and free access to mental health first aiders
• Heavily discounted group discount scheme on all products
• Group Perks and freebies on days out, cinema, theatre, eating in and out, mobiles phones, food shopping and most major high street retailers
• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking and supportive team.
• Career development and continuous learning opportunities.

We're delighted that you're considering joining our team. For this role, applications will only be accepted f