Conversion / Slitter Machine Operator

Saica Group; Gathurst; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Conversion / Slitter Machine Operator in Gathurst, England. The role involves setting up and maintaining conversion machinery while adhering to quality and safety standards. Candidates should be willing to work shifts and will receive comprehensive training. Benefits include ongoing training, 24 days of holiday, and contributory pension.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Contributory pension

Health/voucher benefits

Reward & recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience (not essential as full training will be provided).
• Ability to read and follow customer specifications for setup and operation.
• Willingness to work a shift pattern covering days, nights and weekends.
• Ability to operate 12-hour shifts within a 4-week Continental pattern.

Responsibilities

• Set and maintain conversion machinery to slit, macro punch and micro perforate plastic film.
• Understand customer requirements and ensure production runs meet standards.
• Maintain quality during production with regular checks.
• Complete daily production reports detailing output and measurements.

Job description

Overview

Conversion / Slitter Machine Operator – Location: Wigan, Lancashire, WN5 0LQ. Salary: £29,384 per annum + excellent benefits. Contract: Full time, permanent. Shift patterns detailed below.

Responsibilities

• Set and maintain conversion machinery to slit, macro punch and micro perforate a range of plastic film.
• Work in a safe and controlled manner in line with required standards and operating procedures.
• Understand customer requirements for the product and ensure they are followed to the highest standard throughout the production run.
• Read and follow customer specifications to set up the slitting machine for slitting, punching holes and hot needle perforation holes.
• Maintain quality during production including regular quality checks of samples.
• Operate processes using lean manufacturing techniques to maintain machine efficiency.
• Bagging, labeling and palletisation of slit reels in line with customer requirements.
• Work to schedules using line-side computer to follow a production plan.
• Maintain site clean as you go policy at all times.
• Complete daily production reports detailing shift/order output, weights and metreage calculations.
• Operate in line with site health and safety, environmental and quality standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous manufacturing experience (not essential as full training will be provided).
• Ability to read and follow customer specifications for setup and operation.
• Willingness to work a shift pattern covering days, nights and weekends.
• Ability to operate 12-hour shifts within a 4-week Continental pattern.

Shift Pattern

• Week 1: 4 nights, 3 days off
• Week 2: 3 days, 1 off, 3 nights
• Week 3: 3 off, 4 days
• Week 4: 7 off

Benefits & About Saica

• Ongoing training and development; funding for role-specific professional qualifications.
• 24 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays, plus Christmas shutdown.
• Contributory pension, Cycle to work scheme, Tech Scheme, and health/voucher benefits.
• Biweekly fresh fruit, reward & recognition scheme.
• About Saica: leader in recycled paper and packaging, with operations across Europe and the USA; four business divisions: PAPER, NATUR, PACK, FLEX. We are committed to sustainability and values: we care, we value and we challenge.
• Saica is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Application

If you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role, please click “APPLY” and submit your up-to-date CV and covering letter for consideration. No agencies please.