Machine Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Proactive Personnel is recruiting a number of Machine Operatives for our industry-leading client based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire on a straight permanent basis.
This role is working in a food production environment so all candidates must be comfortable wearing relevant PPE, hairnets, beard nets, aprons & safety boots. Previous experience is preferred but all training would be provided.
The role is incredibly repetitive, working on machines to fill & seal various items. You will be responsible to the day to day running of the machines, reloading equipment, quality checking, palletising produced stock. Candidates may need to lift 12kg maximum when packing pallets.
We are looking for candidates for this role that are willing to learn from training offered at the site and to develop their skills further.
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 7:00 – 15:25
Friday 7:00 – 14:15
Overtime available on weekdays in two hour blocks.
Saturday overtime also available but not mandatory. (8:00 – 12:00/16:00)
Starting salary £10.42 per hour rising after a maximum of 3 months & in further incrimants the more trained you become
Are you interested and want to know more? Please call Owen Spurr on 01332 233 332.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Work Location: In person
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.
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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Machine Operator roles across Proactive Personnel'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 HR Consulting.
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 £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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