High-Speed Slitter Operator — Packaging Production (12h Shifts)

Coveris UK

Burnley

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 32,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced annual leave
Free onsite parking
Life assurance (x4 salary)
Health Cash Plan
Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Job summary

Coveris UK is seeking proactive operatives to join our Burnley site. You will operate high-speed Slitting Machinery and perform basic maintenance while ensuring quality and paperwork align with customer specifications. Training will be provided to get you up to speed.

We offer a 12-hour day/night shift pattern, averaging 14 shifts per month, with a starting salary of £29,127 and a range of enhanced company benefits. This role is based on-site in Burnley with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

  • Experience in operating high-speed packaging or converting equipment preferred.
  • Ability to perform basic machine maintenance (lubrication, clean-downs).
  • Ability to perform quality inspections and follow customer specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Operate high-speed Slitting Machinery in line with packaging conversion.
  • Perform basic machine maintenance and ensure lubrication and clean-downs.
  • Monitor speeds, run hours, and waste levels to optimise output.
  • Maintain up-to-date paperwork and record-keeping.
  • Ensure labels and wrapping are correct and up to date.
  • Support shift manager in reporting and resolving breakdowns promptly.

Skills

Machine operation
Quality inspections
Maintenance basics
Documentation & paperwork

Tools

Slitting machinery

Job description

Coveris UK is seeking proactive operatives to join our Burnley site. You will operate high-speed Slitting Machinery and perform basic maintenance while ensuring quality and paperwork align with customer specifications. Training will be provided to get you up to speed.

We offer a 12-hour day/night shift pattern, averaging 14 shifts per month, with a starting salary of £29,127 and a range of enhanced company benefits. This role is based on-site in Burnley with opportunities for progression.

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