MACHINE OPERATOR – FMCG – £29,658.72 PER ANNUM

Location: Wigan

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Pay & Shifts

  • £13.33–£13.58 per hour (£29,658.72 per annum)
  • 4 on / 4 off shift pattern
  •  2 x Days: 7:00am – 7:00pm
  • 2 x Nights: 7:00pm – 7:00am
  • 75 minutes paid breaks

About the Role

We are recruiting for a permanent Machine Operator position with a well-established FMCG manufacturer in Wigan. This role is ideal for candidates seeking long-term career stability, with excellent training and progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor automated production machinery
  • Work to strict food, hygiene, and GMP standards
  • Carry out quality checks to maintain product standards
  • Support machine changeovers and minor adjustments
  • Identify and report faults to minimise downtime
  • Maintain high standards of health, safety, and hygiene
  • Work collaboratively to achieve production targets

Requirements

  • Minimum 1–2 years’ FMCG experience (food, hygiene, or pharmaceutical)
  • Experience working in fast-paced production environments
  • Understanding of GMP and food safety standards
  • Good literacy, numeracy, and basic PC skills
  • Reliable with a strong attendance record
  • Career-focused with an interest in long-term progression

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with annual reviews
  • Company pension (5%–9% employer contribution)
  • Life insurance & Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free parking
  • Additional wellbeing benefits and bonus scheme

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