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Quest Employment

Machine Setter

Job Title / Position: Machine Setter
Job Ref no: MS - BG

Position Type: Permanent

Branch Location: Recruitment agency in Corby

Work Location: Corby

Salary:
£27,000 - £28,000 (DOE)

Shifts / Hours: First 3 months (training period): Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5pm. After 3 months: Panama.

Job Description:

We are searching for an experienced machine setter to join our client in Corby. As the successful candidate, you would be responsible for the efficient set-up, operation, and maintenance of assigned production lines, ensuring performance meets company targets for quality, efficiency, and safety.

Hours:

  • First 3 months (training period): Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5pm.
  • After 3 months: Panama shift pattern (2-2-3 shift pattern).

Salary:

  • Salary after training will reflect the change from trainee to machine setter.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate and maintain two to three production lines per shift, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
  • Ensure products meet company quality standards, with accurate and complete production records maintained.
  • Maximise machine efficiency, minimising off-line time and defective products.
  • Optimise material usage to meet company efficiency targets, reducing waste and controlling product weights.
  • Support a collaborative work environment, cooperating with shift leaders, materials handlers, packers, and quality control staff.
  • Conduct regular equipment maintenance and care, ensuring tools and machinery remain in top condition.
  • Adhere to company policies, including health and safety, hygiene standards, and record-keeping procedures.
  • Accurately report production metrics, including machine conditions, downtime, and areas for improvement using the designated reporting systems.

Performance Metrics:

  • Maximise production output by minimising machine downtime and defective product rates.
  • Efficient use of materials, including minimal waste, correct bottle weights, and optimal regrind content.
  • Consistent adherence to quality standards, with proactive quality control measures in place.

Skills & Requirements:

  • Proven experience in machine setting or a similar production role.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a production team.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Flexibility to cover vacant shifts and participate in required training.

Excellent record-keeping and reporting skills.

Quest Employment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for temporary recruitment.

Date Advertised: 15 April 2025
Date Closes: 15 May 2025

Please Contact: [email protected]

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