Precision Packaging Technician (Pharma)

Smurfit Westrock; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in the United Kingdom seeks a diligent machine operator to support packaging operations in a pharmaceutical/food-adjacent environment. You will run packaging lines, ensure clean, compliant conditions, and achieve quality targets with minimal waste.

Good numeracy and literacy are essential, and prior machine experience is preferred. The role emphasizes teamwork, SOP adherence, and vigilant adherence to safety and quality policies.

Qualifications

• Good basic numeracy and literacy.
• Experience working with machines is preferred (printing/pharma/food).

Responsibilities

• Understand and correctly interpreting Virtual Work Ticket.
• Account for all working time using SFDC systems (Shop Floor Data Capture).
• To run the machine to meet the quality standards and planned volume to optimum output, using minimum waste.
• Operate the Shrinkwrap machinery for pack flat or folded leaflets.
• Produce labels for packing trays and boxes.
• Operate counting machine and pack in the flat pack area.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping to the pharmaceutical standards.
• Undertake all duties in accordance with current operating procedures and quality policies.
• Assist in general and routine maintenance of the folding machines and equipment and to advise the supervisor or senior management of any preventative or additional maintenance required.
• To raise on CWorks any and all outstanding maintenance issues
• To load flat leaflet sheets, tagserts and other leaflet components.
• To resolve minor running issues, including unblocking the machine, and restarting the process when it’s safe to do so

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in the United Kingdom seeks a diligent machine operator to support packaging operations in a pharmaceutical/food-adjacent environment. You will run packaging lines, ensure clean, compliant conditions, and achieve quality targets with minimal waste.

Good numeracy and literacy are essential, and prior machine experience is preferred. The role emphasizes teamwork, SOP adherence, and vigilant adherence to safety and quality policies.