Machine Operator

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Date posted: 26 August 2026

Pay: From £14.00 per hour

Job Description

Shift Production Operator

Production Operator / Manufacturing Operative

Are you a hands-on Production Operator looking for a stable manufacturing role within a fast-paced production environment with the opportunity to develop further into plastics and extrusion machinery?

Location: Bingley

Salary: £14.00 per hour + overtime opportunities

Benefits

• Permanent, secure role
• Structured rotating shift pattern
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to upskill into extrusion machinery and plastics manufacturing
• Long-term career opportunity

Must Haves

• Previous manufacturing or production experience
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to follow instructions and work procedures
• Reliable and self-motivated attitude
• Good communication and record-keeping skills

Hours

• Weekly rotating shifts
• 1 week: 06:00 - 14:30
• 1 week: 14:00 - 22:30
• 1 week: 22:00 - 06:30
• 30-minute handover included
• Overtime available where required

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on production role within a well-established plastics manufacturing environment producing specialist polythene film and bag products to customer specifications.

You'll be responsible for operating production, conversion, and bagging machinery while supporting the wider manufacturing process, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring products are produced efficiently and accurately.

This role also offers genuine long-term progression opportunities for somebody looking to develop further within plastics manufacturing and gain exposure to extrusion machinery and specialist production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating production, bagging, and extrusion machinery
• Loading and preparing raw materials and films for production
• Packing and warehousing finished products to customer specifications
• Monitoring machine performance and production quality
• Completing production and quality records accurately
• Removing and processing production waste for recycling
• Maintaining cleanliness and housekeeping standards
• Reporting machinery faults or production issues to supervisors
• Supporting smooth production flow across shifts

What We're Looking For

• A reliable and motivated Production Operator with experience within manufacturing or production environments.
• Someone who is hands-on, proactive, able to work accurately under pressure, and comfortable working rotating shifts within a busy production setting.
• Previous machine operating experience within plastics, packaging, or manufacturing would be advantageous, although training will be provided.

Why This Role

This is a great opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturing business offering long-term security, ongoing training, and the opportunity to upskill into extrusion machinery and specialist plastics manufacturing processes within a supportive team environment.

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