via indeed · 5 June 2026 ·1 day ago

Machine Operator

Coster UK
Barlborough Full-time
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Coster UK is a multinational organisation that manufacture and supply packaging components to the Aerosol and Luxury Packaging industry. Coster is a long\-established name in the Aerosol and Luxury packaging industry with a proud legacy and reputation for manufacturing excellence and quality.

Coster has been built on a platform of industrial and technical excellence and with high levels of automation and data exchange in its manufacturing technologies.

Our Purpose

"Deliver innovative and sustainable dispensing solutions for people's everyday needs"

Our Vision

"To be responsible partners helping brands make the best products through our design and manufacturing excellence"

We are seeking to hire a Machine Operator to complement our expanding global business in the FMCG sector based at our Barlborough site. If you are enthusiastic, focussed and ambitious with the desire to develop in a thriving business then this could be the role for you.

Experience

Proven experience operating multiple types of automated production or Assembly machinery, including packaging, end of line \& automation

Background in manufacturing or industrial environments

Experience with machine changeovers, setups, and adjustments

Demonstrated ability to work in high‑volume or fast‑paced production settings

Experience following standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Technical Skills

Ability to operate and monitor a range of automated machines (primarily packaging \& assembly)

Basic mechanical fault finding and first‑line maintenance

Understanding of tolerances and quality standards

Competent with production data recording systems or paperwork

Complete production to target output and quality standards

Maintain a clean and safe work area

Support continuous improvement activities

Health, Safety \& Quality

Strong awareness of Health \& Safety regulations

Knowledge of risk assessments and safe working practices

Commitment to quality control and inspection procedures

Ability to identify defects and take corrective action

Compliance with ISO / GMP / Lean / 5S standards (where applicable)

Personal Attributes

Flexible and willing to operate across different machines and departments

Reliable with a strong work ethic

Good problem‑solving and decision‑making skills

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Good communication skills

Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Working Conditions

Ability to work shift patterns and optional overtime

Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment (noise, PPE, temperature variation)

Benefits

Practical

£13\.89 per hour/£29,071\.77 per annum

Company Pension: up to 7% company contribution

Life Assurance

Holidays: 23 days (this includes including bank holidays)

Free onsite parking

Free EV Charging

Shift Pattern: 24/7 rotation – 2 x 6am to 6pm followed by 2 x 6pm to 6am

Laundered uniform

Wellbeing

Health Care Cash Plan with Westfield Health

Hot and cold drinks and fruit provided.

Culture

Company Events

Recognition budget

Seasonal gifts

If you require an alternative application route please contact Rachel Boden, HR Manager on 01246 810536\.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and we aim to do this within 7 working days.

Coster Aerosols is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

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Pay: £29,071\.77 per year

Benefits:

  • Bereavement leave

  • Company events

  • Company pension

  • Free parking

  • Health \& wellbeing programme

  • Life insurance

  • On\-site parking

  • Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Barlborough S43 4XE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
  • Do you have any electrical knowledge?

  • Do you have any hands on machine maintenance knowledge experience?

  • Are you able to work our 4 on 4 off shift pattern as advertised?
Education:
  • GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
  • manufacturing: 2 years (required)

  • automated machinery operation: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence and own transport (required)
Work authorisation:
  • United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

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