Machine Operator: Sustainable Packaging & On-Time Output

Smurfit Westrock; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Ongoing training and development

24/7 confidential support

Flexible working options

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock operates at the Whitehaven site and is seeking two production operators to join the team. The role focuses on delivering excellent customer service and ensuring on-time deliveries while maintaining safety standards.

You will support seaming and labeling machines, drive efficiency, and participate in continuous improvement activities to reduce waste and improve production. A strong emphasis on health, safety and teamwork is required to succeed in this position.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety practices.
• Experience of working within a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Ability to meet tight production deadlines without compromising safety, quality or waste expectations.
• Excellent communication and team working skills.
• Ability to identify and act upon process improvement opportunities.
• Experience of working with similar operating equipment would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring HSE best practices are followed throughout the department.
• Enabling the production of quality products from the seaming machines in a timely manner.
• Ensuring labelling machines are set and operated efficiently in line with SSOWs and best maintenance practices.
• Driving continuous improvement opportunities, including waste reduction and production efficiencies.

Skills

Technical interpretation

Lateral thinking

Manufacturing experience

Production equipment

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical bias

Health & Safety qualifications

Job description

Smurfit Westrock operates at the Whitehaven site and is seeking two production operators to join the team. The role focuses on delivering excellent customer service and ensuring on-time deliveries while maintaining safety standards.

You will support seaming and labeling machines, drive efficiency, and participate in continuous improvement activities to reduce waste and improve production. A strong emphasis on health, safety and teamwork is required to succeed in this position.