Production Operative

Avature; Belfast; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their production team in Belfast. This role involves assisting in the production of high-quality cartons, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards while working collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Candidates will engage in continuous learning to enhance their skills and contribute to production efficiency. If you are detail-oriented, self-motivated, and thrive in a team-focused atmosphere, this opportunity offers a chance to grow within a company committed to innovation and sustainability in packaging solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is advantageous.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and a methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carton production while adhering to quality standards.
• Participate in maintenance and ensure a clean work area.

Skills

Manufacturing Process Knowledge

Quality Standards Examination

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Self-Motivation

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

JOB PURPOSE:

To assist in the production of cartons producing finished product in accordance with ISO 9001 & PS9000 and the company’s best practice quality and safety procedures.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Production

• To comply with current systems of working including established shift patterns.
• To work as a team to achieve daily/weekly production targets working as part of a crew on the gluing assembly lines reporting to the machine operator.
• To achieve the highest possible quality standards working within the guidelines outlined in the established quality systems to achieve customer specification.
• Follow standard operating procedures and training to ensure product is fed, glued, inspected and packed.
• Quality check cartons whilst feeding these into the gluing machine.
• Quality check glued cartons whilst coming off gluing lines.
• Pack into correct corrugates per customer specification.
• Comply with sampling process as per customer request.
• Participate as part of a team to maximise machine efficiency.
• Participate in continuous learning and development to update skills and participate in improvement initiatives in production.
• To work flexibly across all the finishing departments.

Health and Safety

• To work in a safe manner adhering to laid down health and safety procedures.
• To report all accidents and dangerous occurrences and potential risks and ensure you behave in a way which minimizes risk to yourself and others.

Maintenance

• To assist in the maintenance of all machinery and equipment in line with established planned maintenance programs.
• To keep work area clean and tidy ensuring that the highest standards of housekeeping and hygiene are always maintained.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Sound process knowledge of a manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare market desirable but not essential.
• Familiar with quality standards and procedures and ability to examine cartons to a high-quality standard is desirable.
• I.T literacy with a good understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Methodical approach to undertaking tasks.

BEHAVIOURS:

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Determination to overcome obstacles.
• Ability to influence and inspire others.
• Be self-motivated.
• Be standards-driven with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to use own initiative.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work to tight deadlines.
• Be team-focused by harnessing collaboration and co-operation of others.
• Be prepared to participate in continuous development and training.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.