Position: Machine Minder
Location: Caistor, North Lincolnshire
Salary: £15.09 per hour + £2.00 per hour shift allowance before 06:00 and on weekends
Contract Type: Permanent (Secure contract with guaranteed hours and overtime opportunities)
Working Hours: 4 on, 4 off shift pattern (05:30 – 18:00)
We are proud to partner with our client as a supportive staffing agency to recruit motivated individuals as Machine Minders for their busy further-processing site in Caistor. No prior experience is necessary, as full training is provided from day one! This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent career where you will undertake machine interventions and first-line troubleshooting to keep production lines running smoothly in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment.
Machine Operations & Maintenance: Perform start-up and close-down procedures, execute line changes smoothly, and minimize equipment downtime through first-line troubleshooting.
Problem-Solving & Data: Report live operational data to engineering and production teams, and help identify and implement workplace improvements.
Stock & Line Efficiency: Monitor and maintain stock levels while carrying out production operative duties when required to keep the line running at peak efficiency.
Quality & Hygiene: Maintain strict hygiene, safety, and quality standards within a refrigerated, dynamic food production setting.
Competitive Pay & Allowances: Strong base rate of £15.09 per hour plus an additional £2.00/hour shift allowance for early starts and weekend work.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Access to an Employee Benefit Scheme (unlimited remote GP appointments, mental health sessions, and physiotherapy), staff sales with huge discounts, and a cycle-to-work scheme.
Security & Perks: Secure permanent contract, guaranteed hours, overtime opportunities, company life assurance, and a £100 refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
Full Agency Support: Continuous professional development, hands-on training from day one, and friendly guidance from our team as you build your long-term career.
Skills: A good level of basic English and numeracy skills, strong attention to detail, and a flexible, positive attitude toward daily tasks.
Experience: Previous background in a production or manufacturing environment is desirable, but not essential as comprehensive training is fully provided.
Teamwork: The ability to work well within a collaborative team and communicate effectively across departments.