Corrugated Packaging Machine Operator

Smithpack Ltd; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company located in Kingswinford is seeking a dedicated machine operative to support the machine operator in setup, operation, and maintenance of corrugated machinery. Candidates should have mechanical knowledge, strong math skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The role includes specific responsibilities such as maintaining cleanliness and adhering to health and safety regulations. This is a full-time position with a structured schedule.

Benefits

On-site parking

Workplace pension and additional service benefit

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and speak in good English.
• Highly organised, detail oriented and self-motivated individual.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the Machine operator in setup and operation of machinery.
• Informing Machine operator of faulty machinery and production issues.
• Keeping work areas and the factory floor clean.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Ability to work in fast paced environment

Good mathematical skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Highly organised

Job description

Overview

Responsible for all activities associated with supporting the Machine operator in setup, operation and clean-up of the corrugated machinery.

Responsibilities

• Learning the role as a machine casemaker operative.
• Learning to set up, check jobs and ultimately be a second to the lead operator.
• Informing Machine operator of faulty machinery and production issues.
• Adhering to health and safety regulations when operating machinery.
• Keeping work areas and the factory floor clean and free from hazardous material.
• Adhering to operational procedures and production timelines.
• Any other duties as requested by management.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience / Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge and advantage.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment, learn quickly and follow established processes.
• Good mathematical skills, must be able to use a calculator and read a measuring tape.
• Must be able to read, write and speak in good English.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly organised, detail orientated and self-motivated individual.

Physical demands

To succesfully perform the essential functions of this role it requires the ability to: stand constantly, walk constantly, frequent use of hands and arms, the role require some manual lifting.

Job Type

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule

Schedule: Monday to Thursday 07.00am - 16.30pm; Friday 07.00am - 15.30pm

Benefits

• On-site parking
• Workplace pension and additional service benefit