Machine Operator

Saputo; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Nuneaton is seeking a Machine Operator who will be integral to the production team. The ideal candidate will operate and maintain production machinery, conduct regular quality checks, and ensure compliance with health & safety standards. This full-time role offers a salary of £34,240.92 per annum plus site bonuses, and ample opportunities for career advancement in a supportive team environment. A commitment to food safety and quality control is essential.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £800 per annum

Long service awards every 5 years

Generous employer pension contributions

Health cash plan

Life Assurance

Discounted products

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing or high-care environments.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and perform quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor cutting and packing machines.
• Run, clean, and set up factory equipment.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with shift teams to meet production targets.
• Report any equipment issues to minimize downtime.

Skills

Hands-on experience operating production machinery

Attention to detail and quality

Proactive and reliable

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Machine Operator page is loaded## Machine Operatorremote type: On-Sitelocations: Nuneaton, Warwickshiretime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR61832**Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off, days & nights. 6:45 - 7:00****Salary: £34,240.92 per annum + site bonus scheme up to £800 per annum****Nuneaton: CV10 7RG - Free car parking on site**Are you ready to be part of a team that packages the nations favourite cheese - **Cathedral City.** At Saputo, we’re looking for motivated individuals to join our production team at our Nuneaton site.This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive environment where your contributions matter.**You will make contributions that matter by...*** Running, cleaning and setting up the factory equipment.* Operating and monitoring cutting and packing machines to maintain smooth and efficient production flow.* Carrying out 30-minute quality checks to ensure products meet specifications and compliance to standards.* Working with the rest of the shift team to achieve production targets and maintain high standards.* Ensuring adherence to health & safety, food safety, and hygiene regulations at all times.* Identifying and reporting any equipment issues promptly to minimise downtime.* Maintaining accurate records of quality checks and production data**You'll be a great fit if you...*** Have hands-on experience operating and setting up production machinery, ideally in a food manufacturing or high-care environment.* Understand the importance of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards and follow them diligently.* Are detail and quality-focused, with the ability to carry out regular checks and maintain accurate records.* Can work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues to meet production targets and maintain high standards.* Are proactive and reliable.* Thrive in a fast-paced environment.**We support and care for our employees by providing them with…*** We share bonus scheme – up to £800 per year* Long service awards - recognised every 5 years* Generous employer pension contributions* One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choice* Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.* Life Assurance* Discounted SDUK products (Cathedral City Cheese, Fry Light & Clover - to name a few!)* Subsidised staff restaurant onsite* My Staff shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers* Free, onsite parking### **We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.**### ### **To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.**### ### **We are an accredited Disability Confident Employer where we strive to ensure our site is inclusive and accessible for all.**### ### **This role has been assessed and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.**### *Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.*In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success.You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.