Afternoon Print & Packaging Machine Operator

Catering; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme – 5% employee

Death in service – 3 x salary

Health and Well being app access We We

Training and professional development

Overtime opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Catering in Halewood, Merseyside, is seeking a reliable Machine Operator to join our production team. You will run and maintain Bobst and related packaging machinery in a fast-paced environment, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

You will operate afternoons on a permanent basis, with overtime opportunities and a clear path for development within a supportive team. Prior printing/packaging experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing, print or packaging environment.
• Ability to operate industrial machinery.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Basic health & safety understanding in production.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Set up machines for new jobs, ensuring correct materials, settings and specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and quality throughout the production run.
• Make basic adjustments to maintain product quality and minimise downtime.
• Report faults or maintenance issues promptly to the engineering team.
• Carry out basic cleaning, lubrication, and routine checks as part of daily maintenance.
• Record production data accurately, including counts, waste, and job times.
• Work closely with team members to achieve production targets and deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Follow company procedures, quality standards, and health & safety rules.

Skills

Machinery operation

Mechanical aptitude

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Health & safety knowledge

Tools

Bobst machines

Casemakers

Die-cutters

Printers

Folder-gluers

Cardboard conversion machinery

Forklift operation

Job description

Catering in Halewood, Merseyside, is seeking a reliable Machine Operator to join our production team. You will run and maintain Bobst and related packaging machinery in a fast-paced environment, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

You will operate afternoons on a permanent basis, with overtime opportunities and a clear path for development within a supportive team. Prior printing/packaging experience is preferred.