Folder/Gluer Machine Operator

Search Consultancy; Blackburn; Presencial; GBP 34.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme - 5% employee /

Death in service - 4 x salary

Health and wellbeing app We Care

Training and professional development

Overtime opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Search Consultancy is helping a packaging and print manufacturing client in Hyndburn/Blackburn recruit a Folder/Gluer Machine Operator. The role covers operating and maintaining Bobst and related machinery, with days and afternoons shifts in a permanent position.

You’ll handle setup, monitoring, and quality checks to ensure efficient production and safety. The ideal candidate has hands-on machine experience, a good mechanical mindset, and a proactive approach to problem solving in a fast-paced

Formación

• Previous experience in fast-paced manufacturing, print, or packaging environments.
• Ability to operate or assist with industrial machinery.
• Good mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Basic understanding of health & safety in production.

Responsabilidades

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Set up machines for new jobs with correct materials, settings and specs.
• Monitor machine performance and quality during runs.
• Make basic adjustments to maintain product quality and minimise downtime.
• Report faults or maintenance issues promptly to engineering.
• Carry out routine checks, cleaning, lubrication and data recording.
• Work with the team to hit production targets and deadlines.

Conocimientos

Fast-paced manufacturing environment

Operate industrial machinery

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Health & safety basics

Herramientas

Bobst machines

Folder-gluers

Die-cutters

Printers

Casemakers

Descripción del empleo

Folder/Gluer Machine Operator(Packaging Manufacturing)
£34000-£40000 DOE
Shift Pattern: Days and Afternoons
Permanent
Hyndburn, Blackburn
We are thrilled to be working alongside our client during such an exciting period of rapid growth and new customer wins.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and being part of a fast-paced production environment. Mechanical Machine Operating experience is essential, print background preferred.
We are looking for a reliable and motivated Machine Operator to join our production team. You will be responsible for running and maintaining a variety of machinery used in the packaging and print manufacturing process, including:

• * Bobst machines
• * High quality printing & finishing equipment
• * Cardboard conversion machinery
• * Casemakers
• * Strapping & packaging equipment
• * Compressors (basic operation and monitoring)

Key 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 & Experience Required

Essential:

• * Previous experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing, print, or packaging environment.
• * Ability to operate or assist with industrial machinery.
• * Good mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment.
• * Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• * Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• * Basic understanding of health & safety in a production setting.

Desirable:

• * Experience operating Bobst, folder-gluers, die-cutters, printers, or casemakers.
• * Background in corrugated or print manufacturing.
• * Forklift licence (or willingness to train).
• * Previous experience with machine setup/changeovers.

Personal Attributes

• * Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
• * Positive attitude with a willingness to learn.
• * Good communication skills.
• * Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• * Takes pride in producing high-quality work.

Contractual Benefits

• * Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
• * Company pension scheme - 5% employee and 3% employer.
• * Death in service - 4 x salary.
• * Health and Well being app access We Care.
• * Training and professional development opportunities (OEM training available).
• * A supportive team environment.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.