Production Operative

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Eldwick; On-site; GBP 14,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established packaging manufacturing company in Bingley is seeking Production Operatives for a permanent contract. The role involves operating machinery, packaging products, and adhering to health and safety standards. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience, attention to detail, and be willing to work 12-hour shifts as part of a 4 on, 4 off rotation. Competitive pay at £13.72 per hour plus benefits are offered.

Benefits

Pension scheme contributions

Pay increase after training

Overtime pay at 1.5x rate

Qualifications

• Experience in production or manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety protocols.
• Ability to work shifts as per schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and conversion machine lines.
• Follow Health & Safety, Hygiene, and Quality policies.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and machinery.

Job description

We are currently recruiting for 5 Production Operatives on a permanent contract to work for a well-established packaging manufacturing company based in Bingley, BD16.

Pay Rates and Benefits

• £13.72 per hour
• Overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular rate when available
• Pay increase reviewed after training completion
• Company pension scheme contributions

Shifts

4 on, 4 off rotation: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off, 12 hours per shift.

Role Responsibilities

1. Operate extrusion and conversion machine lines, including loading and removing 25kg product rolls, packaging, checking, recording, and filling raw material bins.
2. Follow company Health & Safety, Hygiene, and Quality policies as outlined in the employee handbook.
3. Adhere to work procedures and ensure full training in safe systems of work.
4. Blend and mix raw materials or use ready-produced films as specified by job card details.
5. Operate conversion, bagging machines, and extrusion lines within your training level, producing film and bags according to Job Card specifications.
6. Pack and warehouse products according to customer, job card, and supervisor requirements.
7. Maintain machinery cleanliness and operate at speeds that maximize production, quality, and accuracy.
8. Remove rejects from the system and prepare for recycling.
9. Accurately keep production records, including quality checks and weight/quantity of rolls/boxes.
10. Keep work areas and machinery clean, and report faults to your supervisor.
11. Overtime may be required to cover holidays and absences.

If you have relevant experience and are interested, please email your CV.

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