Machine Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
An exciting new opportunity has become available for a machine operator to work at our Thetford factory.
You will work within our busy timber saw shop cutting timber and sheet material from cutting lists on our modern machines.
As a business we manufacture industrial and agricultural timber packing, storage cases and pallets. The successful applicant will ideally have experience of operating modern programmable machines although full training will be given.
Daily duties to include:
- Setting up and operating the machinery to cut and assemble timber for the final assembly
- Performing routine daily machine checks
- Keeping the production areas tidy at all times
- Adhering to health and safety policies
Why work for Rowlinson Packaging?
- Weekly pay
- Full Time
- internal progression opportunities
- Paid holiday
- Free on-site parking
- All PPE provided
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £11.16 per hour
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £11.16 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Machine Operator
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 Rowlinson.co.uk'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 £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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