Job Description

Job Title:

Machine Operative

Company:

Zeus Media Limited

Location:

WS9 8BZ (On-site)

Shifts:

Full-Time -- Weekly rotation:

6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm

Salary:

27,500 during a 3-month probation period, rising to

29,120

after a successful review.

Zeus Media Limited is a market-leading label manufacturer, operating some of the most advanced finishing machinery in the industry. Our success comes from hard work, attention to detail, and a genuine can-do attitude shared by everyone in the building. If someone needs help, anyone -- from any department -- will step in. That's the culture we protect.

This is a

hands-on, physical, mechanically orientated role

, ideal for someone practical, switched-on, and confident working with machinery.

What You'll Actually Be Doing Day-to-Day

This isn't a button-pressing job -- you will be responsible for understanding, organising, setting up, running, and maintaining complex production machinery.

1. Understanding the Job

Each job starts with:

Reading the job bag Understanding customer specifications, quantities, materials, tooling and plates, and

winding instructions

Planning the full setup and sequence of the run

2. Organising the Setup

You'll work with teammates to organise and prepare:

Stock rolls (paper/film) Flexible dies and tooling Print plates Magnetic cylinders Cores, boxes, pallets Turret rewinder setup and programming Mechanical adjustments required for the run
Timing and coordination are key -- everything must be in the right place at the right moment.

3. Preparing the Machine

You will carry out a full, hands-on setup, including:

Loading heavy material splits onto the machine Lifting magnetic cylinders using overhead cranes Fitting flexible tooling and print plates Positioning dies accurately Setting the web path and tension Making mechanical adjustments for register, pressure and alignment Programming turret rewinders to exact job specifications

4. Running the Job

Once running, you will:

Continuously monitor quality Check register, die pressure, rewinding, waste stripping, and consistency Make ongoing pressure, tension, and guide adjustments React quickly to any changes affecting quality or efficiency

5. End-of-Run Tasks

Completing job paperwork Cleaning the machine down Stripping tools and preparing for the next setup Leaving the area clean and production-ready
With training, this role can progress to running full lines or overseeing sections of the factory.

What We're Looking For

Experience is helpful --

but attitude is essential

.

You must be:

Mechanically minded Hands-on and comfortable with physical work A fast learner Focused, organised, and reliable Able to work well in a team environment Someone who takes pride in doing things properly
If you enjoy practical, mechanical work and like being part of a fast-paced, supportive team, you'll thrive here.

Requirements

Experience with machinery or mechanical work preferred Strong mechanical aptitude Good attention to detail Physically fit (lifting and standing required) Comfortable working independently once trained Strong communication skills English required

Benefits

27,500 rising to 29,120 after probation

Bonus scheme Full uniform provided 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Extensive training and genuine progression opportunities Supportive team environment Clean, modern factory Free on-site parking

Work Location:

WS9 8BZ -- must be able to commute reliably or relocate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 27,500.00-29,120.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Free parking On-site parking Profit sharing
Work Location: In person