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Clearfield Recruitment Limited
Machine Operative
Saxmundham, Suffolk
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 8 hours ago
- Salary
- £13 - 14 - Hour
- Recruiter
- Clearfield Recruitment Limited
- Closes
- 09 Feb 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Job Title: Machine Operative
Hours: 06:30 - 15:30
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
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Role Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Machine Operative to join our expanding production team, primarily working on our Casemaker machine.
The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring machines operate efficiently and products meet customer specifications. This role requires a team player with strong communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
We are looking for someone hardworking, flexible, reliable, and willing to learn and embrace new skills.
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Key Responsibilities / Duties
• Maintain high standards of product quality at all times.
• Prioritise, organise, and allocate work efficiently.
• Carry out quality control checks on finished products.
• Set up the Casemaker machine between jobs and ensure time targets are met.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks on the machine.
• Ensure all equipment is in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Promote and enforce safety and housekeeping standards within your work area.
• Actively seek opportunities to increase machine efficiency to meet production uptime, speed, and waste targets.
• Complete all required paperwork to communicate issues and maintain performance standards.
• Report safety hazards or faults to ensure all work is carried out safely.
• Respond rapidly to machine failures or breakdowns and inform relevant departments (planning and dispatch).
• Maintain cleaning schedules (daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly checks).
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Person Specification / Key Skills
• Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to problem-solve and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Hardworking, reliable, and flexible attitude.
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to different tasks.
• Commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
To apply for this job, please email your CV to: (url removed) or call us on (phone number removed)
Ad ID: 5417532793
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