Technical Operator - Nights
CV-LibraryBishop's Stortford, HertfordshirepermanentPosted: 23 March 2026
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7am - 7pm 4 on/4 off
We're looking for a proactive, hands-on individual who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly. If you're mechanically minded, works calm under pressure, and driven to take ownership while continuously learning and developing your skills. This is a key role within the team, where you'll be at the heart of maintaining and improving our production lines responding quickly to issues, supporting team organisation, and ensuring each shift runs to plan.
Key Responsibilities
Operations
Set up and operate production and packaging lines to the correct standards
Monitor performance to ensure the lines are operating effectively and will meet production targets
Monitor process parameters such as temperature, pressure, fill weight, and mixing times
Complete changeovers and running adjustmentsEquipment & Technical Duties
Perform routine equipment checks and basic troubleshooting. Identify mechanical or operational issues and resolve or escalate as needed
Support preventative maintenance activities with engineering teams
Maintain accurate equipment settings and technical recordsQuality & Food Safety
Ensure compliance with food safety standards such as HACCP, GMP, and hygiene procedures
Ensure all quality checks are completed and product specifications are met
Record production data, quality checks, and deviationsHealth & Safety
Follow all health and safety procedures and safe operating practices
Maintain a clean and hygienic production environment
Report hazards, incidents, or near misses.You will also be responsible for continuous improvement on the production line, be a positive contributor to the team, work towards KPI, comply within the safety and compliance procedures and more. Full job description on application.
Interview process - 3 stages
Group exercise (fault resolution)
Individual assessment (analysis and fault finding)
1:1 interview assessment (competency based questions)
7am - 7pm 4 on/4 off
We're looking for a proactive, hands-on individual who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly. If you're mechanically minded, works calm under pressure, and driven to take ownership while continuously learning and developing your skills. This is a key role within the team, where you'll be at the heart of maintaining and improving our production lines responding quickly to issues, supporting team organisation, and ensuring each shift runs to plan.
Key Responsibilities
Operations
Set up and operate production and packaging lines to the correct standards
Monitor performance to ensure the lines are operating effectively and will meet production targets
Monitor process parameters such as temperature, pressure, fill weight, and mixing times
Complete changeovers and running adjustmentsEquipment & Technical Duties
Perform routine equipment checks and basic troubleshooting. Identify mechanical or operational issues and resolve or escalate as needed
Support preventative maintenance activities with engineering teams
Maintain accurate equipment settings and technical recordsQuality & Food Safety
Ensure compliance with food safety standards such as HACCP, GMP, and hygiene procedures
Ensure all quality checks are completed and product specifications are met
Record production data, quality checks, and deviationsHealth & Safety
Follow all health and safety procedures and safe operating practices
Maintain a clean and hygienic production environment
Report hazards, incidents, or near misses.You will also be responsible for continuous improvement on the production line, be a positive contributor to the team, work towards KPI, comply within the safety and compliance procedures and more. Full job description on application.
Interview process - 3 stages
Group exercise (fault resolution)
Individual assessment (analysis and fault finding)
1:1 interview assessment (competency based questions)