Production Operator in Marden, Kent

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Join a leading manufacturing team as a Production Operator! Operate and maintain machinery, ensure high-quality production, and contribute to process improvements



Production Operator



Location: Sandwich



Salary: Up to £29,500 per annum DOE (plus shift allowance of £1,200)



Benefits:



* Competitive salary



* Permanent role, full-time hours



* Training and development opportunities



* Benefit packages



* Supportive team environment



About the Role and Client:



Our client, a respected manufacturing company, is seeking a Hybrid Production Operator to work with heavy machinery and computer-controlled equipment, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This multi-skilled role involves machine setup, operation, maintenance, and quality checks.



Shift Pattern:



* 4 on / 4 off, rotating between days and nights



* Day shift: 06:00 – 18:00



* Night shift: 18:00 – 06:00



Responsibilities:



* Set up production equipment and supplies for job orders.



* Operate machinery safely and effectively.



* Inspect and maintain equipment with engineering support.



* Perform visual quality checks and record machine data.



* Carry out strip and clean on compounding lines.



* Operate forklifts and industrial vehicles for material transfer.



* Conduct quality testing on manufactured compounds and document results.



* Identify non-conforming material and communicate findings to relevant teams.



* Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.



* Recommend process improvements and report unsafe operations.



Candidate Requirements:



* Product knowledge and industry experience.



* Effective communication and motivational skills.



* Results-oriented and self-motivated.



* Strong relationship-building and flexibility.



* Working knowledge of Excel.



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