Job description
- Neath Port Talbot, Wales
- Permanent,
- undefined,
- PT101
- 03/11/2025
Job description
Packaging Machine Specialist
Port Talbot
Rotational Shifts
Permanent Role
£15.87/hr (incl. shift allowance)
We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Packaging Machine Specialist to join a well-established manufacturing team in Port Talbot. This is a permanent opportunity for individuals with hands-on experience in fast-paced, high-volume production environments, particularly within packaging or FMCG sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and monitor automated machinery to ensure consistent output and product quality
- Perform routine checks, basic maintenance, and respond to minor faults
- Follow strict safety, hygiene, and compliance protocols
- Collaborate with shift teams to meet production targets and minimise downtime
Shift Pattern (rotating weekly):
- Week 1: 06:00 – 14:00
- Week 2: 22:00 – 06:00
- Week 3: 14:00 – 22:00
Pay & Benefits:
- £12.21 per hour base rate
- 30% shift allowance = £15.87 per hour total
- Permanent contract with full training and onboarding
- Opportunities for progression within a growing manufacturing environment
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience in fast-moving goods production, ideally involving pharmaceutical, or metal-based packaging (e.g. tins, containers, closures)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Comfortable working to targets in a shift-based environment
- Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
If you’re confident working with machinery in a fast-paced setting and take pride in keeping production lines running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you.
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Whilst we endeavor to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future
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