machine operator

about us…

smol is on a mission to change the face of consumer brands and businesses by bringing super effective, eco-friendly products at value for money prices. We believe everyone should be able to make easy swaps that are better for them, the planet, and their pockets.

In the past six years, smol has taken the household cleaning market by storm. We are already the fastest growing and most positively reviewed brand in the laundry, dishwash, fabric conditioner and surface spray categories and we’ve got so much more planned.

Having received Series B investment in 2021 and B Corp certification at the end of 2023, our team is focused on combining fast growth with being a force for positive change and impact in all that we do.

in summary...

we are looking to expand our team of Machine Operators to manage setup, tune-up and monitoring of the packing line machinery, improving OE with minimal downtime.

what does the role involve? 
setting up the case packer machines ready for production.
running routine maintenance of machinery.
ensuring quality and productivity targets are met consistently.
recording and monitoring downtime. 
adjusting the machine as needed to improve quality and maintain line speeds.
carryout in process quality checks at specified intervals and record downtime.
other packing line duties as required to support the smooth running of production.

we would love to hear from candidates who have recent hands on experience with machinery, an inner understanding of how machines work, and are keen to learn with a can-do attitude. you will be able to demonstrate good problem solving skills and take pride in your work. 

you will need..... 

recent and relevant hands-on experience with semi-automated machinery in a similar production/packing environment 

to be keen to learn and able to quickly adapt to change

to be able to demonstrate problem-solving skills, and act on your own initiative as well as follow instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

an understanding of best practice production procedures and health and safety regulations.

what we offer: 

A fantastic opportunity to be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing, Series-B fundedstart-ups. 

An amazing culture and mission. A chance to make a difference in our shared future, eliminating or reducing the usage of plastic, water, toxic chemicals, energy and animal testing. 

25 days holiday per year + bank holidays.  

Healthcare cash plan, provided by Bupa.

Quarterly wellbeing allowance, provided by Juno.

Enhanced parental leave policies - 16 weeks maternity full pay and 3 weeks full pay for the secondary caregiver.

the smol print

Applicants must have current work authorisation in the UK.

this role will be based at our warehouse in Paddock Wood, the shift pattern is Monday to Friday, from 7am to 5pm (45 hours per week) with 1 hour of unpaid breaks during each full shift

inclusion at smol 

at smol we believe that a great team is made up of people from a wide variety of backgrounds, beliefs and experience. we are an inclusive employer and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or disability.

ensuring valuable and quality job opportunities for those who face barriers to employment is not only part and parcel of our social responsibility but it also brings great benefit to us as a business. giving people the chance to build up work skills, gain independence, earn a wage, develop strong self-esteem and to become just as strongly skilled as those who never faced employment barriers, is a process we remain committed to.

if you share our values and want to help make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.