Packing Technicians

Wolviston Management Services Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace Pension Scheme via Legal & G

Private Medical Insurance, Life & Inco

Job summary

Tioxide Materials Ltd. is seeking 5 Packing Technicians to join the Greatham, Hartlepool facility. You will operate the automatic packing lines, monitor equipment, and support production while upholding safety standards and continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates will have manufacturing/packing experience, forklift certification, and basic computer skills to navigate production systems and PLC/HMI screens. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, packing, warehouse or production environment.
• Forklift licence is preferred.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to use production systems/PLC/HMI screens.

Responsibilities

• Operate Auto Packing as part of a shift team.
• Communicate with the Process Shift Lead and implement actions from production meetings.
• Monitor Integra 25kg bag packing machines and investigate deviations.
• Follow safety policies and site rules to maintain Zero Harm standards.
• Achieve competence through training and validation, including forklift certification when required.
• Support Warehouse Technicians to maintain efficiency.

Skills

Forklift licence

Communication skills

Basic computer literacy

Manufacturing/packing experience

PLC/HMI literacy

Shift handover & issue escalation

Education

Manufacturing/engineering qualification

Tools

Integra 25kg packing machines

PLC/HMI control systems

Job description

Packing Technicians

Location: Hartlepool, Co Durham

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

Closing Date: Sep 11th, 2026

Ref: 1702098

Wolviston Management Services are recruiting on behalf of Tioxide Materials Ltd for 5 Packing Technicians to join the team at their manufacturing facility in Greatham, Hartlepool, please see details below;

Job Purpose:

The overall purpose of the Packing Technician is to ensure the safe and efficient running of the finished product packing unit to achieve the business targets, complying with our Zero Harm and PSM policies by working collaboratively as a member of the Shift Packing Technician team.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Packing Operations: Conduct the routine operation of Auto Packing as part of a wider shift team, demonstrating strong self-drive and a willingness to develop understanding of the packing systems and processes.
• Communication & Production Support: Establish communication with the Process Shift Lead, detailing any issues which may result in deviations from the production plan. Ensure actions from production meetings and Plant Manager instructions are implemented within the Auto Packing area.
• Equipment Monitoring & Investigation: Perform routine monitoring of the Integra 25kg Bag Packing Machines through visual inspection and PLC controls. Identify process deviations, investigate potential causes, and implement and record remedial actions where required.
• Compliance & Safety: Perform all duties in compliance with business conduct policies, site guidelines, Life Saving Rules and Corporate Compliance requirements, maintaining the highest standards of safety at all times.
• Training & Competence: Achieve and maintain competence through training, validation and revalidation activities, including forklift truck certification where required.
• Zero Harm Culture: Ensure a Zero Harm mindset is applied to all packing area activities through strict adherence to site safety procedures, including the FLT Halo system.
• Operational Excellence: Follow operating instructions and procedures to ensure the packing plant is operated safely, efficiently and effectively, supporting achievement of production objectives.
• Equipment Reliability & Team Support: Monitor equipment performance and report defects to support timely repair and replacement. Provide support to Warehouse Technicians when required to maintain operational efficiency.

Experience and Qualifications:

Essential

• Experience in a manufacturing, packing, warehouse or production environment.
• Capability to attain a forklift licence.
• Basic computer literacy, with the ability to use production systems, PLC/HMI screens or electronic reporting tools.
• Good communication skills, including effective shift handover and escalation of issues.

Desirable

• Relevant manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, process operations or engineering qualification.
• Experience of automated packaging lines.
• Previous FLT experience.

Benefits

• Workplace Pension Scheme via Legal & General, there is a 4% minimum employee contribution, the company will match your own contributions up to a maximum of 8%. We also allow employee Additional Voluntary Contributions to help you save for the future.
• Private Medical Insurance (optional), Life Assurance and Income Protection are all included as contractual benefits with us, providing desired security where it matters most.

About the Organisation

Tioxide manufactures premium-performance titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments, marketed under the TIOXIDE® and DELTIO® brands, and supplied to customers worldwide across a range of essential applications.

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