Machine Operator

Machine Operators Required - Newton Aycliffe

Shifts: Condensed shift pattern Days & Nights (a week of each) / Pay Rate: 18.45 per hour

We are currently recruiting a number of experienced Machine Operators to join a busy manufacturing operation based in Newton Aycliffe .

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established production environment offering a condensed shift pattern, ongoing work, and excellent earning potential through overtime opportunities.

We are looking for reliable and motivated individuals with previous manufacturing or machine operating experience who can maintain exceptional standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

Shift Pattern - Condensed Week 1 - Days

Tuesday: 06:00am - 18:00pm

Wednesday: 06:00am - 18:00pm

Thursday: 06:00am - 18:00pm

Friday: 06:00am - 10:00am

40 hours physically worked

Week 2 - Nights

Tuesday: 18:00pm - 06:00am

Wednesday: 18:00pm - 06:00am

Thursday: 18:00pm - 06:00am

36 hours worked

Week 2 Timesheet Total: 36 hours

This rotating pattern provides a great work-life balance while maintaining full-time hours across the shift cycle.

Key Responsibilities

Operating manufacturing machinery safely and efficiently

Working within a busy production environment

Picking and packing finished products

Carrying out visual quality inspections

Ensuring correct packaging matches product specifications and customer orders

Calibrating scales in line with work instructions

Checking products against templates to confirm correct size, shape, and hole positioning

Completing quality checks whenever a new jumbo is loaded

Recording and reporting product, process, or machinery issues

Maintaining high housekeeping standards across the production area

Cleaning machinery and reporting any defects or damage

Completing scheduled machine cleans at specified intervals

Following all site safety procedures, risk assessments, and PPE requirements

Working proactively w...