Machine Operator
📍 East Lothian
💷 £14.00 - £14.50 per hour (depending on experience)
About the Role
We're looking for a reliable and motivated Machine Operator to join a busy packhouse team in East Lothian. This is a hands-on role where you'll be responsible for operating machinery used to process and pack seasonal produce, helping to ensure high standards of quality, efficiency and safety.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced production environment and take pride in delivering excellent work, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate packhouse machinery in line with production requirements
- Monitor equipment performance and make adjustments where required
- Carry out daily pre-start checks and report maintenance issues
- Conduct quality checks on raw produce and finished products
- Ensure all products and packaging meet traceability requirements
- Maintain clean, safe and organised work areas
- Monitor waste and ensure correct handling and labelling procedures
- Support production operatives with quality standards and best practices
- Work collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues to achieve production targets
- Follow all health, safety and hygiene procedures
Working Hours
- Approximately 40 hours per week
- Shifts agreed with Packhouse Management
- Flexibility required, including occasional weekends and overtime during peak periods
About You
You'll be:
- Detail-oriented with experience working in a production or manufacturing environment
- Reliable, punctual and a strong team player
- Able to communicate effectively in English
- Familiar with food hygiene and health & safety practices (training can be provided)
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Able to travel to the site, as public transport options may be limited
What's in It for You?
- Competitive hourly rate of £14.00 - £14.50
- Full training and ongoing support
- Overtime opportunities during busy periods
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Opportunity to develop your skills within the food production industry
Apply today and become part of a successful and growing team producing high-quality Scottish produce.
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
