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Senior Operative - Machine Minder

Cross Hands

Posted 29/05/2026

£13.45 per hour

Top Reasons to Apply
  1. We are actively seeking applications from individuals keen to take up a career within one of Europe’s leading food processing companies.
  2. The role of Machine Minder will be considered a Senior Operative working closely with the Engineering/Production Manager and assisting in the tool changing and machine setup operations.
  3. We offer free on-site car parking, subsidised canteen, pension scheme, discounted staff shop, training and progression opportunities, retail discounts and many more.
Job Description

We are actively seeking applications from individuals keen to take up a career within one of Europe’s leading food processing companies. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established team, who have a desire to produce better food naturally.

The role of Machine Minder will be considered a Senior Operative working closely with the Engineering/Production Manager and assisting in the tool changing and machine setup operations.

Available Shift:

  • Sun 6:00 – 18:00
  • Mon 6:00 – 18:30
  • Tue, Wed & Thurs: 15:00 – 23:00
  • Fri & Sat: Off

Pay rate: £13.45

Responsibilities

  • Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance, using SWPs to carry out all tasks.
  • The ability to work safely & unsupervised to deliver allocated work on a shift-by-shift basis
  • Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and SWPs.
  • Assembly & effective set up of key production equipment whilst retaining records of optimum settings to maximise efficiency.
  • Follow Hard Plastic & Glass audit non-conformances to effect repairs to damaged items.
  • Support team leaders in rectifying minor issues on the line
  • Report all material usages to engineering procurement to ensure spares supply is maintained.

Qualifications

  • Numerical ability
  • Possess relevant IT literacy skills.
  • Dexterity
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Accuracy/attention to details
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Understand the importance of compliance with processes and procedures and the impact of these on Food Safety and Quality
  • Have a desire to progress within the business and demonstrate a strong willingness to undertake all training required
  • Previous experience in a mechanical environment desirable

Dunbia
Company Information

Dunbia is a true market leader operating globally and our desire to create better food naturally is the driving force behind everything we do.

Our Mission: 

Integrity and trust is at the heart of our business, with our desire to create better food, naturally being the driving force behind all that we do. Providing consistent quality meat products from sustainable sources.

Our Values

  • We are customer focused.
  • We are committed to a sustainable supply base.
  • We respect, empower and engage with our people.
  • We are dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement.
  • We act responsibly.

Key Facts
  • Head Office:

    Cross Hands Food Park,
    Llanelli,
    Carmarthenshire SA14 6RF

Location
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