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Machine Operator
- Posted 20 August 2026
- Salary 16.50
- LocationStockport
- Job type Temporary
- Specialism Engineering & Manufacturing , Warehouse & Distribution
- Reference76082
- Expiry 18 November 2026
Job description
Machine Line Operator
Location: Stockport
Night Shift:
We are looking for experienced Machine Line Operators to oversee the day-to-day running of our filling and labelling lines. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring production lines operate efficiently and safely while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Your main responsibility will be to keep the line running smoothly and efficiently, ensuring machinery is operating correctly, production materials remain fully stocked, and any quality or production issues are identified and escalated promptly. Engineering support will be available for machinery faults and technical breakdowns where required.
Key Responsibilities
Please forward your CV to m.kracht@timeindustrialuk.com
Location: Stockport
Night Shift:
- 22:00 - 06:00 (10pm - 6am)
- Pay Rate: £16.50 per hour.
We are looking for experienced Machine Line Operators to oversee the day-to-day running of our filling and labelling lines. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring production lines operate efficiently and safely while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Your main responsibility will be to keep the line running smoothly and efficiently, ensuring machinery is operating correctly, production materials remain fully stocked, and any quality or production issues are identified and escalated promptly. Engineering support will be available for machinery faults and technical breakdowns where required.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and oversee the filling and labelling line throughout the shift.
- Keep bottle and cap hoppers stocked to prevent unnecessary downtime.
- Monitor machinery performance to ensure efficient and effective operation.
- Maintain awareness of overall line flow and productivity.
- Identify rejected products or quality concerns and report these to the Quality Control team.
- Carry out basic operator adjustments and settings where appropriate.
- Escalate machinery faults, breakdowns, or technical issues to the Engineering team.
- Keep the production line and surrounding work area clean, organised, and safe.
- Follow all production, quality, hygiene, and health & safety procedures.
- Work closely with Quality Control, Engineering, and Production teams to minimise downtime and maximise output.
- Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing, production, or packaging environment.
- Experience working on filling, bottling, labelling, or automated production lines is highly desirable.
- Good attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
- Ability to identify issues quickly and take appropriate action.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently when required.
- Flexible approach to working rotating shifts.
- £16.50 per hour for night shifts.
- Full training and support.
- Opportunity to work within a growing production environment.
- Ongoing career development opportunities.
- Support from dedicated Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.
Please forward your CV to m.kracht@timeindustrialuk.com