Talent Guardian is supporting our client, a growing and established food manufacturing business, in recruiting an experienced Plant Operator - Can Making, to join their expanding production team in Bradford. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business investing in a modern manufacturing facility, where you will play a key role in ensuring production runs smoothly, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
We are looking for a proactive, reliable and hands-on individual with previous experience in a can-making environment who is confident operating production machinery, carrying out changeovers and resolving minor technical issues.
 
The Role As a Plant Operator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and monitoring of can-making equipment, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and efficiency.
 
Key responsibilities include:

• Operating and monitoring Slitter, Welder, Induction, Assembly and Tester machinery.
• Ensuring production targets are met while maintaining excellent product quality.
• Carrying out machine settings, adjustments and product size changeovers.
• Identifying minor faults, performing resets and completing basic troubleshooting.
• Monitoring equipment performance to minimise downtime and reduce waste.
• Conducting routine quality checks and reporting any defects or issues.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Completing accurate production records and ensuring effective shift handovers.
• Working closely with the wider production team to support continuous improvement.

What We''re Looking For

• Previous experience in a can-making manufacturing environment is essential.
• Confident operating, setting and adjusting production machinery.
• Experience completing product and size changeovers.
• Ability to identify and resolve minor machine faults.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused approach.
• A good understanding of health and safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude.
• A proactive, dependable approach with the ability to work efficiently in a busy production environment.

What''s on Offer?

• £35,000 annual salary.
• Access to an employee benefits scheme offering discounts at over 190 high-street retailers, supermarkets, restaurants and cinemas.
• Access to 24/7 doctor consultations through the employee benefits scheme.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Personal finance and debt assistance consultations.
• Free on-site parking.
• Staff dining facilities.
• On-site prayer room.
• Additional training on packaging lines and filling machinery.
• The opportunity to develop your skills within an expanding manufacturing business.

Interested? If you have experience in can-making and are looking for your next opportunity within a growing manufacturing business in Bradford, Talent Guardian would love to hear from you!
 
Apply today with your CV to find out more about this exciting opportunity.