Machine Operator (4 on 4 off - Days & Nights)
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Machine Operator (4 on 4 off - Days & Nights)
Site based role based commutable from Telford, Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton, Bridgnorth, Market Drayton, Newport, Whitchurch, Ironbridge, Broseley,
£35,300 + 4 of 4 off shift + Weekly pay+ Overtime (1.5x) Structured Training + Pension + Health Cash Plan + Life Assurance + Avg Holiday Pay + Tech Schemes + 4 Weeks Holiday + Bank Holidays
Are you a driven and ambitious Machine Operator based in or around Telford looking to join a market-leading manufacturer offering structured training, clear progression routes, and the opportunity to work with world-class, fully automated production machinery?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global business at the forefront of engineering and automation, operating state-of-the-art manufacturing systems from their modern Telford facility, recognised for delivering high-quality, precision-engineered products to major industries.
They are known for investing heavily in their people, technology, and processes-providing full technical training, defined career pathways, and opportunities to advance your career within a business that values determination, quality, integrity, and teamwork.
The company promotes long-term growth and continuous improvement, offering a modern production environment, hands-on technical experience, and a clear roadmap to progress to Level 2 (£39,452) and Level 3 (£43,489) within just nine months.
This position would suit someone with a practical, hands-on mindset who enjoys working with machinery, problem solving, and maintaining high production standards.
It's an excellent opportunity for a Machine Operator in Telford looking to build a rewarding, long-term career with ongoing training .
The Role:
* Working as part of a production team on state-of-the-art automated machinery
* Performing line changeovers, fault finding, and hands-on problem solving to maintain output
* 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern - covering both days and nights
The Person:
* Experience working within a production, FMCG, or processing environment
* Strong mechanical or technical aptitude with hands-on problem-solving ability
* A driven individual looking for structured training and long-term career progression
Reference Number: BBBH272452
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.
We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
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⭐ Highlight your experience with automated machinery and production environments at the top of your CV as this is specifically mentioned for state-of-the-art equipment
🔧 Emphasise any fault finding and line changeover experience as these are key daily responsibilities mentioned in the role
📊 Quantify your production achievements: 'Maintained 98% uptime across 12-hour shifts' or 'Reduced changeover times by 15 minutes'
🌙 Mention your flexibility with shift patterns, particularly 4 on 4 off or rotating day/night shifts if you have this experience
🎯 Show your commitment to continuous improvement and training as the company offers structured progression to Level 2 and 3 within 9 months
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- •Operated automated production machinery across 12-hour shifts, maintaining 97% uptime through proactive fault finding and preventive maintenance
- •Executed line changeovers within 45-minute windows, reducing downtime by 20% through systematic preparation and quality checks
- •Collaborated with 8-person production team to exceed daily targets by 15%, identifying process improvements during FMCG manufacturing runs
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Dear Hiring Manager,
Rise Technical Recruitment's Machine Operator position immediately caught my attention due to the structured training programme and clear progression pathway to Level 3 within nine months. My hands-on experience with automated machinery and fault finding aligns perfectly with your requirements for state-of-the-art production systems.
My background in production environments has equipped me with strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills essential for maintaining high output standards. I am particularly drawn to the opportunity to work with world-class manufacturing technology while developing my technical expertise through your comprehensive training programme.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›Describe your experience with automated production machinery and any specific systems you've worked with
- ›How do you approach fault finding when a production line stops unexpectedly?
- ›What steps do you take during a line changeover to minimise downtime?
- ›How do you ensure quality standards are maintained during high-volume production runs?
- ›Describe a time when you had to troubleshoot a mechanical issue under time pressure
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time when you had to work as part of a team to meet production targets
- ›Describe a situation where you identified a process improvement opportunity
- ›How do you handle working rotating shifts including nights?
- ›Give an example of when you had to learn a new technical skill quickly
- ›Tell me about a time when you had to maintain focus during repetitive tasks
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time when you had to work as part of a team to meet production targets
Describe a situation where you identified a process improvement opportunity