Machine Operative (Training to Extruder Machine Operator) - Witham Pay: Highly competitive Hours: Monday to Friday - Weekly rotating shifts 07:00 - 15:00 15:00 - 23:00 Contract: Temp to PermWe are recruiting for an experienced Machine Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business in Witham. This role focuses on hands-on machine operation within a busy production environment, with a clear progression route onto an extruder machine.This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with machine operating experience-ideally within food manufacturing-who are looking to step into a more skilled position with structured training and increased earning potential.Key ResponsibilitiesOperating and monitoring production machinery to ensure efficient outputRunning filling machinery for 1-tonne bagsCarrying out product quality checks, including moisture testingSupporting production flow across departmentsAssisting with machine setup, changeovers, and basic fault findingMaintaining high standards of hygiene, housekeeping, and safetyEnsuring production targets and quality standards are consistently metTraining and ProgressionFull training provided with a structured pathway to become an Extruder Machine OperatorOpportunity to develop into a more technical, skilled role within productionPay increase to 15.50+ per hour once fully trained on the extruder machineThe Ideal CandidateStrong experience in machine operating, ideally within food manufacturingConfident working in a fast-pace