Process Operative

SAICA PACK UK Ltd; Livingston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

SAICA PACK UK Ltd is recruiting a Process Operative at our Livingston site to join a high‑velocity packaging production team. You will help produce high quality corrugated packaging in line with customer orders.

We require experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, a flexible approach to shifts (days/back/night) and good basic computer skills. Full training and PPE are provided; opportunities for development exist within the Saica Group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced production environment, ideally in packaging.
• Ability to work to exact standards with good attention to detail.
• Knowledgeable in methodologies to optimise efficiency.
• Be fully flexible in their approach to the varied work requirements driven by customer demand.

Responsibilities

• To work as part of a team producing high quality packaging in line with customer order specifications.
• To comply and operate within the Health and Safety at Work regulations by maintaining own personal safety and that of other team members.
• To contribute to the overall profitability of the site by minimising waste and machine downtime.
• To maintain a high level of housekeeping within the plant to increase productivity and minimise accidents.
• To participate in ongoing continuous improvement projects.
• This role involves repetitive heavy lifting and moving, therefore a degree of physical fitness is required.
• Quality checking products
• Working within a very fast paced environment, so you must have the ability to adapt quickly.
• Full training and safety PPE will be provided.

Skills

Fast-paced packaging

Attention to detail

Flexible shift pattern

Basic computer skills

Education

NVQ (National Vocational Qualification)

Job description

Join Saica Pack, a division of the Saica Group, where you'll have the opportunity to develop corrugated cardboard packaging solutions. At Saica Group, we have integrated the circular economy into our business model, embracing sustainability as the driving force behind a more responsible production model. At Saica Pack, you'll be part of the circle! We believe in talent, professional growth, and making a positive impact on the world. If you're looking for a dynamic environment where every day is an opportunity to innovate and create a better world, Saica Group is the place for you!

Job: Process Operative Job Description

We are currently recruiting for experienced Production Operatives to work at our site based in Livingston. You must have previous experience working within a production/manufacturing environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities.

• To work as part of a team producing high quality packaging in line with customer order specifications.
• To comply and operate within the Health and Safety at Work regulations by maintaining own personal safety and that of other team members.
• To contribute to the overall profitability of the site by minimising waste and machine downtime.
• To maintain a high level of housekeeping within the plant to increase productivity and minimise accidents.
• To participate in ongoing continuous improvement projects.
• This role involves repetitive heavy lifting and moving, therefore a degree of physical fitness is required.
• Quality checking products
• Working within a very fast paced environment, so you must have the ability to adapt quickly.
• Full training and safety PPE will be provided.

Previous Experience.

• Previous experience of working within a fast-paced production environment, ideally in packaging, would be advantageous.
• Ability to work a flexible shift pattern is essential – Dayshift/Backshift/Nightshift
• Knowledgeable in basic computer skills.
• Able to work to exact standards with good attention to detail.
• Knowledgeable in methodologies to optimise efficiency.
• Be fully flexible in their approach to the varied work requirements driven by customer demand.
• Good standard of secondary education.

Hours of Work and Shift Patterns

37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday on a 3-week shift rotation as follows:

• Dayshift: Monday to Thursday 6.00am to 2.00pm, Friday 6.00am to 11.30am
• Backshift: Monday to Thursday 2.00pm to 10.00pm, Friday 11.30am to 5.00pm
• Nightshift: Monday to Thursday 10.00pm to 06.00am, Friday 5.00pm to 10.30pm

Work Experience:

General Health & Safety (H&S), General Manufacturing Operations, Production

Education:

NVQ (National Vocational Qualification): N/A
Worker Type: Regular

Why choose Us

By joining the Saica Group, you're choosing more than a job – you're choosing a purpose-driven career that aligns with your values. You'll collaborate with like-minded individuals to shape a sustainable future, making a meaningful contribution to our world. Saica Group is committed to Occupational Risk Prevention for its employees and partner companies, Environmental Protection, the Quality of its products and services, and Equal Opportunities between men and women. In our work, we strive to maintain a balance between professional and personal life. All CVs received will be handled in accordance with Personal Data Protection legislation and will be archived unless the candidate expressly requests their cancellation or rectification in writing. Join us today and shape tomorrow's sustainable solutions with the Saica Group.

Saica Group offers sustainable paper solutions for the manufacture of corrugated board and flexible packaging, promoting circularity in waste management. With more than 12,000 employees and a presence in 11 countries (Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and the United States), Saica Group has four business lines: the production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard (Saica Paper), waste management and environmental services (Saica Natur), the production of corrugated board packaging (Saica Pack), and flexible packaging (Saica Flex). The group's revenue is € 3.620 million (consolidated sales as of 31 December 2023).