Pouch Operator - Sheffield

ePac Flexible Packaging; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a progressive company that values innovation and teamwork! As a pouch operator, you'll play a crucial role in setting up and operating machines that create high-quality flexible packaging. This position offers a dynamic work environment with rotating shifts and opportunities for growth. Your contributions will help ensure exceptional customer service and support for local businesses. If you're ready to take ownership of your work and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Pension

22 days holiday

Shift enhancements

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate pouch making machines to meet customer specifications.
• Perform quality testing and minor machine maintenance as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient production.

Skills

Positive attitude

Verbal communication skills

Manual coordination

Ability to follow directions

Teamwork

Education

Experience in manufacturing

Basic knowledge of flexible packaging films

Job description

Are you looking for a progressive and dynamic company? If the answer is yes, ePac Sheffield could be the place for you.

We are currently recruiting pouch operators to join our production team. Our pouch operators set up and operate our pouch making machines that convert our laminated films into pouches to exceed our customer expectations.

£25,500 to £35,000 per annum depending on experience + pension + 22 days holiday + shift enhancements.
Location Chapel Town, Sheffield, UK.

40 hours per week, rotating shift system Monday to Friday, 6am - 2pm, 2pm-10pm, 10pm - 6am.
Shift enhancements apply.

So who are we? Put simply, ePac provides digitally printed flexible packaging. We offer our customers fast and easy access to custom flexible packaging, with a mission to help small brands obtain big brand presence. We are technology driven and solution centred.

Our core values are:

• Provide exceptional customer service
• Help our customers grow
• Support the communities and local businesses we serve
• Develop sustainable solutions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reads job specifications and previous run data (if available) to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Ensures job is in order prior to machine set-up.
• Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated.
• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction. Makes corrections to alleviate out of specification product.
• Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
• Performs required quality testing on products produced, i.e. burst test, drop test, water table test, etc.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as changing zipper cloth, dies, seal bars and punches.
• Assists and works cooperatively with assistant machine operators to stack, mark, pack, and transport finished boxes.
• Completes required documentation accurately and timely.
• Meets or exceeds prescribed job standard for line speeds, scrap and set-up times.
• Make recommendations to supervision and management for improvement of production in terms of efficiency and workflow.
• Change rolls and cut out splices.
• Keep work area clean.
• Ensure personal compliance with all company Quality System, Operational, and Human Resource policies, procedures, and practices, including Safety and housekeeping procedures.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Possess and fosters a positive attitude of learning and respect.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to take ownership of work and also work as part of a team.
• Strong verbal communications skills.
• Visual acuity to color consistency.
• Manual coordination and dexterity.
• Be able to work safely around operating machinery.
• Ability to work additional overtime if required to get the job tasks completed.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of flexible packaging films a plus.