Machine Operative/Conversion Operative

SAICA FLEX UK LTD; Wigan; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full training and development

22 days holiday incl Bank Holidays

Overtime 1.5x hourly rate

Cycle to work

Employee discount platform

Flu and eye test vouchers

Job summary

SAICA FLEX UK LTD based in Wigan is inviting applications for a Machine Operative / Conversion Operative. You will set up and run conversion machinery to slit, macro punch and micro-perf a range of plastic film, following customer specs and production procedures.

The role emphasizes safety, quality and lean manufacturing. You will complete daily production reports, work 12-hour rotating shifts, and benefit from training, holiday entitlement, overtime and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Background in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and follow customer specifications to set up the slitting machine and perform slitting, punching and perforation.
• Maintaining quality during the production run including regular checks of samples.
• Operating processes in line with lean manufacturing techniques to maintain machine efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain conversion machinery to slit, macro punch and micro perforate film.
• Ensure customer requirements are followed throughout the production run.
• Complete daily production reports detailing shift output, weights and meterage.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Read customer specs

Quality checks

Lean manufacturing

Health and safety

Job description

Machine Operative / Conversion Operative

Join Saica Flex, a division of the Saica Group specializing in flexible packaging and labeling. At Saica Flex, we have a challenge: to drive and develop sustainable solutions based on the principles of the circular economy. At Saica Group, we have integrated the circular economy into our business model, embracing sustainability as the key to achieving a more responsible production system. At Saica Flex, you’ll be part of the circle! We believe in talent, professional growth, and making a positive impact on the world. If you're looking for a dynamic environment where every day is an opportunity to innovate and create a better world, Saica Group is the place for you!

At Saica Group, we are more than an organisation; we are a community committed to delivering sustainable paper and packaging solutions while championing circularity and innovation in waste management. With over 10,000 colleagues across 11 countries and more than 80 years of history, we are proud to create sustainable solutions that make a lasting impact. This opportunity is within our Saica Flex division, which manufactures a range of flexible plastic films for leading food manufacturers and retailers. Based at our Wigan site, we produce high-quality printed packaging using advanced flexographic printing technology.

About the role:

We are offering an exciting opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment alongside our expert team. You will be responsible for setting and maintaining conversion machinery to slit, macro punch and micro perf a range of plastic film. Working in a safe and controlled manner in line with the required standards and operating procedures. You will be responsible for understanding the customer requirements for the product and ensuring that they are followed to the highest possible standard throughout the production run.

Why Join Saica Flex?

Joining Saica Flex means becoming part of a global business that values innovation, sustainability and continuous improvement. We offer long-term career opportunities, ongoing development and the chance to work alongside experienced colleagues within a supportive team environment.

Conversion Operative – Skills, experience and attributes

• Background in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to read and follow customer specification to set up the slitting machine to perform slitting, punch holes and hot needle perforation holes
• Bagging, labelling and palletisation of slit reels in line with customer requirements
• Maintaining quality during the production run including regular quality checks of samples
• Operating processes in line with lean manufacturing techniques to maintain machine efficiency at all times
• Working to the site clean as you go policy at all times
• Completion of daily production report detailing shift/order output including weights and meterage calculations
• Operating in line with site health and safety, environmental and quality standards

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Full training and ongoing development.
• Opportunities for progression and further technical training.
• 22 days' holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays, based on 11.5-hour shifts, plus an annual Christmas shutdown.
• Overtime opportunities at 1.5x your hourly rate.
• Refer a Friend Scheme of £500.
• Cycle to work and Home & Technology scheme.
• Employee Discount Platform.
• Flu and eye test vouchers

Shift Patterns

The role operates across the following shift patterns: 12 hour rotating shift pattern, spread over a rotating 4 week cycle.

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

Saica Group is an equal opportunities employer.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Reasonable adjustments will be made throughout the recruitment process where required.

Saica Group is committed to Occupational Risk Prevention for its employees and partner companies, Environmental Protection, the Quality of its products and services, and Equal Opportunities between men and women.

Interested? If you're enthusiastic, eager to learn and enjoy working as part of a hardworking and supportive manufacturing team, we'd love to hear from you.

Work Experience: Production Education: Adult Education Qualifications: N/A Worker Type: Regular

Why choose Us

By joining the Saica Group, you're choosing more than a job – you're choosing a purpose-driven career that aligns with your values. You'll collaborate with like-minded individuals to shape a sustainable future, making a meaningful contribution to our world.

Saica Group is committed to Occupational Risk Prevention for its employees and partner companies, Environmental Protection, the Quality of its products and services, and Equal Opportunities between men and women.

In our work, we strive to maintain a balance between professional and personal life. All CVs received will be handled in accordance with Personal Data Protection legislation and will be archived unless the candidate expressly requests their cancellation or rectification in writing.

Join us today and shape tomorrow's sustainable solutions with the Saica Group.

Saica Group offers sustainable paper solutions for the manufacture of corrugated board and flexible packaging, promoting circularity in waste management. With more than 12,000 employees and a presence in 11 countries (Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and the United States), Saica Group has four business lines: the production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard (Saica Paper), waste management and environmental services (Saica Natur), the production of corrugated board packaging (Saica Pack), and flexible packaging (Saica Flex). The group's revenue is € 3.620 million (consolidated sales as of 31 December 2023).