Machine Operator

GBR - England - Manchester
Full-time
Posted Nov 9, 2026

Job description

Ecolab are looking for Machine Operator . You will report directly to a senior operator and will be required to maintain the production schedule of our product catalogue safely and to the required quality standards.

Accountable for setting up, operating, basic maintenance, and troubleshooting manufacturing assembly line machinery/equipment at fixed workstation positions including, operating machinery/equipment to install a piece/part/component of an in-process product, assembly, or sub-assembly as it moves along the assembly line. Moving, packing, and sorting raw materials or finished goods. Monitoring the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products. Maintaining accurate daily assembly production records.

You will ensure that we have the necessary equipment and materials to enable production to run to schedule and you will be responsible for the reporting of production or maintenance issues to your shift leader.

What you will need:

•No previous experience is required as full training will be offered

•Good communication skills and flexibility as at times production runs 24/7.

•The role would suit a healthy and energetic person who has the desire and capability to deliver and improve the department’s contribution to the success of the wider business.

Opportunities for further career progression and personal growth exist for the successful applicant.

Hours of work FT hours. Up to 46Hours dependant on shift pattern

What you will do:

•Work independently, with minimum supervision,

•Carry out post-production quality checks.

•Maintain a keen attention to detail, remaining alert to all process variables.

•Work to the production plan (and any agreed deviations) ensuring minimum stock level of products are always available

•Maintain the machine and troubleshoot associated problems when required.

•Develop the ability to resolve issues and non-conformances arising from the processes.

•Liaise with your Shift Leader on departmental productivity performance.

•Apply a flexible approach to ensure all manufacturing cycles and phases are completed and not left unattended. This may require flexibility around breaks and could, in some instances, require overtime at short notice.

What you will have :

•Good dexterity and eyesight and keen attention to detail.

•Ability to lift 20kg easily.

•Able to work on own initiative.

•Comfortable in a shop floor environment.

•Fluent English communication skills - both verbal and written.

Nice to have:

•GCSE English and Maths

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, colour, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

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