Manufacturing Operator

Klöckner Pentaplast Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Klöckner Pentaplast Group is seeking a hands-on Machine Operator for our Featherstone site. You will operate and set up industrial machinery, monitor processes, perform inspections, and assist with routine maintenance to keep production running safely and efficiently.

You will contribute to meeting production targets, maintain quality standards, and work within a team to sustain a clean and safe working environment. The role involves 12-hour shifts across days, nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in machine operation, production or manufacturing is preferred.
• Good mechanical aptitude and a practical, hands-on approach.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and understand technical diagrams
• A reliable and proactive approach to work
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern covering days, nights and weekends

Responsibilities

• Operating and setting up industrial machinery
• Monitoring production processes to maintain efficiency and quality
• Carrying out routine equipment inspections
• Completing minor maintenance and identifying potential issues
• Working closely with your team to achieve production targets
• Following all safety procedures and quality standards
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Technical diagrams

Team player

Job description

Company

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

Location: Featherstone, WF7
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: 12-hour 20-minute shifts, rotating across days, nights and weekends

About the role

Are you practical, hands-on and enjoy solving problems? Do you take pride in working accurately and keeping things running smoothly?

We are looking for a Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team in Featherstone. You’ll play an important role in keeping our production operations running safely and efficiently, while maintaining the high standards of quality our customers expect.

What you’ll be doing

• Operating and setting up industrial machinery
• Monitoring production processes to maintain efficiency and quality
• Carrying out routine equipment inspections
• Completing minor maintenance and identifying potential issues
• Working closely with your team to achieve production targets
• Following all safety procedures and quality standards
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in machine operation, production or manufacturing is preferred
• Good mechanical aptitude and a practical, hands-on approach
• Strong attention to detail
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and understand technical diagrams
• A reliable and proactive approach to work
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern covering days, nights and weekends