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Permanent

Machine/Production Operative

New Appointments Group
Ashford
money-bag £28000/annum
Posted: 20 May 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 19 June 2026
Ref: 225139356

Job title: Machine/Production Operative

Location: Ashford

Salary: -28,000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Our client:

Is a fast-growing business currently seeking an experienced Production / Machine Operator to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role:

You will be responsible for completing production orders efficiently and accurately by following job sheets and ensuring all required production paperwork is completed to a high standard.

Benefits:

  • 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Your birthday off
  • Overtime at a premium rate
  • Free hot drinks
  • Free parking onsite
  • Company pension

Key responsibilities would be:

  • Preparing materials according to job orders ahead of production runs
  • Setting up production machinery in accordance with job specifications
  • Operating, feeding and troubleshooting machinery
  • Carrying out quality checks before, during and after production
  • Polishing finished products where required
  • Completing relevant production paperwork accurately
  • Cleaning down machinery and work areas following each production run

Experience and skills required:

  • Experience as a Machine Operator within a food, manufacturing or FMCG environment
  • High levels of accuracy and strong attention to detail
  • Good spoken and written English and Mathematics skills
  • Ability to read, understand and follow detailed instructions
  • Basic computer literacy

Next steps:

If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie - Permanent Consultant on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.



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