ichiban UK is a privately owned sushi manufacturer producing own label and branded sushi for the UK market .
We are looking for Machine Minders at our site in Earl Stonham, near Stowmarket, Bury St Edmunds, and Ipswich.
Enjoy a great work-life balance with our rotating schedule — you’ll work 3 days one week and 4 days the next (just 7 out of every 14 days), always on the same set days each week! That means you’re only at work half the year, with a consistent routine that makes it easy to plan your life around work.
Shifts- The role operates on a 4 days on, 3 days off / 3 days on, 4 days off shift pattern. We currently have vacancies available on the following shifts:
Days 1: Working every Thursday to Saturday and alternate Wednesday's from 06:00-18:00
Nights 2: Working every Saturday to Monday and alternate Tuesday's from 18:00-06:00
These roles also attract premium payments for weekend working and are on guaranteed hours contracts.
Transport- We have a bus service running from Ipswich to site for all shift patterns (£7.50 for a return ticket).
Role Duties:
- Set up, operate, and adjust machinery within our sushi roll production area to ensure efficient and safe operation.
- To help and support production line colleagues.
- Ensure all protocols, food safety practices, and company procedures are consistently followed.
- Responsible for problem solving and process improvement, including NCR resolution and other projects
- Ability to work without supervision and continual support
Pay Rate:
Days shift rate: £13.61 per hour. With the weekly attendance bonus included, the expected weekly earnings are £557.80 before tax.
Night shift rate: £13.61 per hour. With the night shift allowance and weekly attendance bonus included, the expected weekly earnings are £669.97 before tax.
Benefits:
- Company bus service available from Ipswich to site.
- Recognition schemes, including Star of the Week and Employee of the Month awards.
- Increased holiday entitlement based on length of service.
- Opportunities for career progression, development, and internal promotion.
- In-house training
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
Pay: £557.80-£669.97 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Experience:
- Machine operation: 1 year (preferred)
- Food production: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
