About The Role
We’re looking for a Machine Operator to join our factory team, playing a key role in the day-to-day running of our production lines. You’ll be responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring factory equipment and filling lines, ensuring production targets are met without compromising on quality or safety. This is a hands-on, factory-based role involving standing for extended periods, manual handling, and the use of PPE throughout. Flexibility to work overtime or alternative shifts may be required. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone who is reliable, process-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced factory environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Setting up, operating, adjusting, and monitoring factory production equipment and filling lines
- Carrying out routine machine start-ups, shutdowns, and changeovers
- Ensuring production targets are achieved whilst maintaining high quality standards
- Performing in-process quality checks and accurately completing all associated documentation
- Reporting and escalating any machine faults, quality concerns, or safety issues promptly
- Carrying out basic machine troubleshooting and minor adjustments to minimise downtime
- Supporting planned cleaning and sanitation activities in accordance with GMP procedures
- Maintaining all work areas to a high standard of cleanliness and organisation
- Accurately recording production data, downtime, and material usage
- Following all Standard Operating Procedures, GMP, Health & Safety, and company policies
- Taking reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of those around you, in line with company policies and procedures
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across Factory, Quality, and Warehouse teams
- Participating in continuous improvement activities to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety Supporting the training of new team members when required
Key Accountabilities
- Safe operation of factory machinery
- Achievement of daily production targets
- Compliance with GMP and quality standards
- Accurate completion of production documentation
- Reduction of downtime and waste
- Maintaining high housekeeping standards
What We’re Looking For
Essential skills and experience:
- Previous experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to follow written procedures and complete documentation accurately
- Good attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality
- Solid understanding of Health & Safety requirements
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- A flexible approach and willingness to support across different production areas
Desirable skills and experience:
- Experience within cosmetics, pharmaceutical, food, or FMCG manufacturing
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
- Experience conducting machine changeovers and basic fault finding
- Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Strong work ethic with the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Quality-focused with a commitment to continuous improvement
What We Offer
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Employment Type: This role is offered full-time, Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm.
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Location: Tropic HQ is a short walk from Beddington Lane Tram stop, with direct links to East Croydon and Wimbledon.
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Salary: £14.80 per hour
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Benefits: Enhanced family leave, Private Medical Insurance, Medicash plan, life insurance, (All available after a qualifying period). EAP through the Wisdom App, generous product allowance and 50% discount for family and friends, access to retailer discounts, Cycle to Work and Electric Car schemes, free breakfast bar, dog-friendly HQ with a chill zone and pool table, on-site parking, regular social events, and plenty of well-being treats throughout the year.
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Start Date: Immediate
About Tropic
Susie, our Founder and CEO, started Tropic Skincare as a teenager, selling homemade body scrubs at Greenwich Market to help her mum pay the bills. She sold out on her first day, and the incredible response made her realise she had started something quite special.
We still sell that iconic body scrub, and it sits alongside an extensive range of award-winning skincare and beauty products that have made us one of the UK’s fastest-growing beauty businesses.
Our brand is certified vegan, cruelty-free and CarbonNeutral®, and our infinite purpose is
to create a healthier, greener, more empowered world. And that’s where you come in!
We’re looking for creative and ambitious people who share our vision and get excited about beauty that’s both innovative and sustainable. If you’re passionate about skincare and have a genuine desire to empower communities across the globe, you could be a great fit.
Apply now if you’re ready to join a vibrant team who believes beauty knows no bounds!
Tropic’s Commitment to Equal Opportunities
Our team is as diverse as it is talented because at Tropic, we go the extra mile to cultivate a culture of respect and belonging. We value every candidate, respect protected characteristics and never discriminate. We also provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities at every stage of the hiring process, so if this is something you need, please let our recruitment team know at the earliest opportunity!
Ultimately, the most important thing for us is hiring the best person for the job, so we focus on skills, experience, and qualifications to ensure our process is fair and that our candidates always have a great experience with Tropic.
