Production Machine Operatives

Location: Chadderton OL9 Pay Rate: £13.15–£13.17 per hour Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Experience: Previous production/manufacturing or machine operating experience required About the Role Sure Start Staff are currently recruiting for experienced Production Operatives and Machine Operators to join a busy and growing manufacturing site in Chadderton. There are two shift patterns available, offering the opportunity to find a working pattern that suits you. Both positions offer long-term work with the potential to become permanent for the right candidates. ROLE 1 – Rotating weekly shifts, 38hrs per week - £13.15 per hour Breaks per shift: 1 × 35-minute meal break and 2 × 10-minute breaks 6:00am – 2:10pm 2:00pm – 10:10pm ROLE 2 – 3 days on / 3 days off - (weekends will be included depending on how the shift pattern falls) - £13.17 per hour 6:00am – 6:10pm ROLE 3 - NIGHTS ONLY - Sunday to Thursday, £15.26 per hour 10:00pm to 06:00am Training: The first 4 weeks will be Monday to Friday on a rotating shift pattern: 6:00am – 2:10pm 2:00pm – 10:10pm Candidates must be able to commit to the training schedule before progressing with the role. The Role: Depending on the position, you could be working across a variety of production and machine operating duties, including: - Operating cutting, heat seaming, perforating, slitting and stitching machinery - Packing, labelling and storing finished goods - Inputting production data and producing labels using computer systems - Carrying out quality checks on finished products - Identifying and isolating non-conforming products - Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment - Working closely with other departments and shift teams - Reporting machinery faults, hazards and other issues promptly - Following production processes and Health & Safety procedures - Supporting the wider production team as required About You: We're looking for candidates with: - Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment - Machine operating experience - Production, assembly or manufacturing experience - Good communication and teamwork skills - Excellent attention to detail - Reliable attendance and timekeeping - A self-motivated and adaptable approach - Ability to follow instructions, processes and procedures - Good understanding of Health & Safety - Flexibility to work the required shift pattern Benefits once permanent - after successfully progressing to a permanent position, benefits include: - 25 days annual leave + your birthday off after 12 months' service - Monthly profit-related bonus (not guaranteed) - Life assurance – 2× salary after 12 months' service - Enhanced maternity/paternity pay after 2 years' service - Standard auto-enrolment pension Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with Production Operative, Machine Operator, Manufacturing Operative or Assembly Operative experience looking for a long-term opportunity in Chadderton. Sure Start Staff act as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities.