Machine Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
Improving the sustainability of the textile dyeing industry
Job Description – Machine Operator
Company:
Colorifix is a biotechnology company that aims to bring a novel, sustainable and environmentally friendly process to the textile dyeing industry by eliminating the use of hazardous chemicals as well as allowing for large savings in water and energy use. Colorifix has been recognised by winning awards in both synthetic biology and fashion, with full information available on our website. Our investors include H&M, Bombyx Capital, Regeneration VC, University of Cambridge, MV Capital AG whose collective backing is funding our expansion.
We promote and adhere to our company values of Trust, Sustainability, Respect, Inclusivity and Social Conscience
Role description:
As a Machine Operator you will operate equipment at our commercial site in Cambridge.
You will be energetic and detail-oriented, willing to learn and develop. If you are able to perform these tasks, we want to make you part of our team.
We offer:
- Complete on-the-job training
- Comprehensive benefits
- Opportunity for growth and advancement
- Compensation commensurate with knowledge, skill, and experience
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate dyeing and finishing equipment
- Weighing chemicals, transferring fermentation liquors
- Maintain quality to customer specifications
- Contribute to a clean environment
- Maintain regular, punctual attendance and behaviour in a respectful and professional manner
- Maintain work areas and equipment
- Maintaining stock levels in the pilot plant
Role Requirements:
- Manual handling with use of pallet truck
- Safely lift to 25kg
- Understand basic maths and measuring skills
- GCSE level of education
Desirable skills and experience
● Previous experience working in a team
● Experience in record keeping and logging of work in a timely manner.
● Experience in working in multi-disciplinary teams.
Title: Machine Operator
Reports to: Dyehouse Manager
Location: 9 Nuffield Road, Cambridge, CB4 1TF
Remuneration: £23,000-25,000
Holidays: 25 + BH + Birthday
Benefits: Pension scheme, EMI share options, mental health support and employee wellbeing budget, company social events and annual retreat
Apply: Please submit your CV and cover letter to recruitment@colorifix.com stating the role that you are applying for in the subject line.
The closing date for applications is 30th June 2023
This role is only open to applicants who already have a right to work in the UK.
Colorifix is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £23,000.00-£25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Financial planning services
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 30/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Machine Operator roles across Colorifix's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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