Machine Operative

Wolverhampton. Temporary.

£16.45 - 18.15 per hour

Owen Payne Recruitment is recruiting Machine Operatives on behalf of a leading food manufacturing company based in Wolverhampton (WV5).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing business that invests in its people through structured training and career development.

Please note: Previous Machine Setting experience is essential for this role. We are looking for candidates who have hands-on experience setting and operating production machinery and are confident making machine adjustments to ensure efficient production.

If you’re reliable, mechanically minded, and looking for a long-term career where you can develop your skills and progress, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Setting up, operating and monitoring automated production machinery
  • Making machine adjustments and ensuring equipment is correctly set for production
  • Ensuring production runs efficiently while meeting quality standards
  • Completing production paperwork and recording production data
  • Carrying out basic fault finding and reporting machine issues
  • Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene and housekeeping standards
  • Working as part of a busy production team to achieve daily production targets
  • Following all Health & Safety procedures

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous Machine Setting experience is essential
  • Previous experience as a Machine Operative, Machine Setter, Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative or Machine Minder
  • Hands-on experience setting and adjusting production machinery
  • Experience within food manufacturing is desirable but not essential
  • Good mechanical aptitude and ability to identify and resolve basic machine issues
  • Comfortable using computers and production systems
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Reliable with a strong work ethic
  • Positive attitude and eagerness to develop new skills
  • Able to work 12-hour rotating day and night shifts

What’s In It For You?

  • £16.45 per hour
  • Pay rate can go up to £18.15 once fully trained
  • Weekly PAYE pay
  • Ongoing full-time work
  • Opportunity for permanent contract
  • Full training provided
  • Overtime available
  • Free on-site parking
  • On-site canteen
  • Friendly, supportive team environment

Working Hours

Days: 6:00am – 6:00pm
Nights: 6:00pm – 6:00am

Shift Pattern:
2 Days → 1 Day Off → 2 Nights → 3 Days Off

Apply Today

If you have previous Machine Setting experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity with excellent pay, ongoing training, and real career progression, apply now.

Alternatively, contact Owen Payne Recruitment on 01902 714122 (Option 4) for more information