Amcor HOURLY - Production Operator/Packer

Berry Global, inc; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global packaging company in Port Talbot seeks a Production Operator/Packer to efficiently operate machinery and support production processes. This role involves 12-hour rotational shifts, with a starting wage of £12.56ph, and offers benefits like 22 days of holiday and a pension scheme. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and own transport is necessary as the site lacks major transport links.

Benefits

22 days holiday

Pension Scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Cycle to work scheme

Ongoing training

On site parking

Company workwear provided

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience would be beneficial but not required.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate the machines efficiently to produce the right quality product.
• Support the Production Manager in development and improvement.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Job description

Overview

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com | LinkedIn | YouTube

Responsibilities

Production Operator/Packer required for employment in a globally based manufacturing company in Kenfig Industrial Estate near Port Talbot

Initial £12.56ph wage rate applies to all candidates (£27,499) - Additional levels achievable for the right candidates with remuneration for moving up to these levels.

Own transport is required as site is not near any major transport links.

Average 42.1 hrs pw. Work on a rotational day/night basis 4 on and 4 off 12 hrs shifts

Working in a manufacturing environment with rotational shifts would be advantageous but not essential.

Looking for candidates to be able to start right away.

Must have the right to work in the UK.

Summary

• To operate the machines efficiently, producing the right quality product on time with minimal wastage.
• To support the Production Manager with the continual development and improvement of the function.

Key Points

• Customer - ensure the requirements of the Job Specification sheet are met.
• On-Shift - ensure machines and other ancillary processes are operated continually.
• On–Shift - prepare for ongoing processes e.g. mixing & granulation
• Quality – ensure In-process checks are recorded and all results are within the requirements of the Job Specification sheets. To certify the finished product for despatch to the customer.
• Packaging –ensure that all packaging and identification needs of the customer are met.
• Despatch & Warehousing - ensure that all despatch and loading needs are met.

Responsibilities

• Resources - ensure machines are maintained and used correctly and that all materials are properly accounted for and used efficiently.
• Team Development / Training – ensure that all team members receive formal performance appraisal at least once a year. Establish via skills analysis and on the job review the training and development needs of each team member.
• Finished Product – ensure that all in-process inspection / tests, labelling and packing conform to the job specification sheets. All deviations are to be reviewed with quality and the team member responsible for any error.
• Support - provide support as required by other areas of the business including Granulation, out of hours working etc.

• Housekeeping / Health & Safety – maintain a clean and safe environment
• Continuous Improvement – promote ideas to improve processes /systems from team

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience would be beneficial but not required
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment

Benefits:

• 22 days holiday
• Pension Scheme
• Enhanced sick pay package after completion of probationary and then again from Yr 2
• Cycle to work scheme
• Ongoing training to complete the levels with remuneration for successful completion
• On site parking
• Company workwear provided

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.