Production Operative

Coveris; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in print and packaging is seeking a Production Operative to join their dynamic team. This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to build a long-term career in the packaging industry. With full training provided, you will work closely with the production team to ensure high-quality standards and maintain a safe working environment. The position includes a rotation of shifts, competitive pay, and various benefits to support your well-being. If you're proactive, enthusiastic, and a great team player, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Full training provided

Progressive holiday entitlement

Life cover at four times salary

Free pension advice

Wellbeing programmes

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• No experience required as full training will be provided.
• Must have a proactive, positive, and enthusiastic attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine quality inspections and report concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the factory environment.
• Support production line activities and achieve targets.

Skills

Attention to quality

Proactive attitude

Team player

Health & Safety compliance

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Job Role: Production Operative - (Full-time and Permanent)

Pay Rate: GBP11.44 per hour PLUS a weekly shift premium of GBP100.62 for working 4/4 nights or GBP20 for working 4/4 days

Shift Pattern: Rotation of 4 on/4 off night shifts, working 18:00-06:00, or 4 on/4 off day shifts, working 06:00-18:00

Job Location: St Neots - Cromwell Road

About Us: Coveris is a leading European print and packaging company that manufactures flexibles and sustainable solutions for some of the world's most respected brands. There is an exciting opportunity for a Production Operative to join our dynamic team. This permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking gain a long-term career within the packaging industry. This exciting position has the opportunity to progress further within the company.

Role/Responsibilities:

You will work closely with all the production team, to assist with:

• Carrying out routine Quality Inspection of finished product & raising any concerns immediately with their immediate supervisor
• Keeping the factory in a clean and safe manner
• Carrying out Line Clearance duties between each production run
• Alert to any abnormal running conditions, (visual / audible) & reporting immediately to immediate supervisor/gluing minder or when advised 'halting' the production line
• Support 'Make Ready' activities at the discretion of their Number 1 operative
• Feeding +/or packing the finished product in a quality controlled manner & affixing appropriate product identification
• Stripping - strip product as and when required
• Maintaining high standards of 5S within all areas of the site
• Maintaining Die changes when required
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and all colleagues

You will help the team to achieve agreed targets, whilst working in a safe and clean environment.

Requirements:

• No experience required as full training will be provided
• Attentive to quality of product
• Follow Health & Safety policy
• Be proactive, positive and enthusiastic
• Have a 'can-do' attitude
• Friendly and approachable
• Great team player

Benefits:

• Full training provided
• Holiday entitlement scheme which is progressive with the length of service
• Life cover at four times basic annual salary
• Free, expert pension advice
• Wellbeing programmes to support physical and mental health
• Cycle to work scheme

Selection: We appreciate you taking the time to apply for the Production Operative role at Coveris. We receive a high volume of applications and we pride ourselves in taking the time to read every one. However, unfortunately, we are unable to provide individual feedback to every application. If you are shortlisted for the next stage, then expect to hear from us within 7 days of your application having been submitted.