Machine Setter (Backshift)

About the role

Albert Bartlett, a leading UK fresh produce brand supplying potatoes and potato products to supermarkets, wholesalers and foodservice customers, is recruiting a Machine Operator / Machine Setter for its backshift production team in Airdrie. The role suits someone who is mechanically minded, detail-oriented and comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The shift runs Monday to Friday, either 13:45-22:15 or 14:45-23:15.

Key responsibilities

• Set up, changeover and calibrate production machinery for different products, and operate it safely and efficiently
• Monitor machine performance and identify and resolve minor mechanical issues to minimise downtime
• Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance, escalating complex problems to the engineering team
• Check product quality regularly, adjust machine settings to maintain consistency and document settings, faults and performance data
• Keep clear, audit-ready records and work with Operators, Setters and Shift Leaders
• Follow site safety guidelines, hygiene standards and SOPs, and keep the work area clean and safe

Required profile

• Experience as a Machine Operator, Machine Setter, Production Operative or similar manufacturing role preferred
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn; full training is provided
• Ability to solve problems quickly and work independently, with strong attention to detail
• Willingness to work backshift and flexible hours
• Food manufacturing experience is helpful but not required

Required skills

• Troubleshooting and routine maintenance of equipment
• Understanding of machinery operations and quality standards
• Excellent communication and teamwork

What we offer

• Pay of £13.17 per hour rising to £14.23, plus a 50p/h backshift allowance
• Stable backshift schedule, enhanced training and career development
• Free on-site parking and access to company benefits and staff facilities
• Pension plans, life assurance, leave package, training and development, and an employee assistance programme