Machine Operator - Permanent Nights (Classic)
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Position Overview & Specifications
The company is owned by Ebro S.A., the largest food group in Spain, who are world leaders in rice production and second global fresh and dry pasta manufacturer.
Our HQ is based on the Thames Estuary just outside London, from where we lead the brand globally.
Tilda operates in over 40 countries worldwide, providing premium quality, tasty products to a diverse group of consumers.
25% of all UK households buy at least one Tilda product a year.
We offer a wide range of tasty, premium quality rice & grains products – all of which are vegetarian (mostly vegan), gluten-free and free from artificial colours, preservatives or colours.
Shift Pattern is a permanent night shift (Shift Premium is included in pay)
Monday – Friday – 22:00 - 06:00
We have a vacancy for a machine operator within our packing hall. The role involves ensuring that all machines are correctly set up and running to maximum efficiency & the safe operation of using a fork lift truck.
Main Tasks:
- Follow good Health and Safety Standards
- Ensuring the efficiency of the production line
- Overseeing the quality of the product
- Controlling packaging waste
- Ensuring cleanliness of the production line machinery
- Ensuring all paperwork relevant to the product is completed to the company specification
- Rectifying any minor breakdowns of line machinery
- Operating a forklift truck & PPT (training can be given to the right candidate)
- Assisting the engineers on major breakdowns when required
General housekeeping duties will also form part of the role, ensuring that the highest food hygiene and health and safety standards are maintained at all times within your working area around the packing machinery, ensuring that any debris or spillage is swiftly cleared away.
Special Requirements:
- Experienced machine operators
- Experience in food processing
(The above is not definitive, but merely outlines key areas of responsibility.)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £34,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Night shift
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
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.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Machine Operator - Permanent Nights (Classic) roles across Tilda Ltd'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 £34,000 - £35,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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