Production Operative

Smurfit Westrock; March; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Cycle to Work

Training and development

Confidential family support

Flexible working options

Guaranteed interview for essential-ess

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a production operative to operate a designated machine, monitor material and product quality, and support safe, efficient manufacturing processes. The role focuses on maintaining equipment, following quality protocols, and contributing to continuous improvement within a sustainable packaging environment.

You will work in a collaborative team, adhere to health and safety standards, and participate in ongoing training to enhance production knowledge and operational

Responsibilities

• Operate the designated machine in line with its technical requirements to secure optimal utilisation and cost-effective quality outcomes.
• Monitor quality of raw materials (board, ink, glue) and finished goods, reporting discrepancies.
• Follow established quality control policies and procedures for production flow and work organisation.
• Fulfill all requirements related to production and quality reporting.
• Keep the workstation clean and tidy.
• Maintain the designated machine and perform maintenance duties as assigned.
• Inform the Team Leader promptly of any maintenance issues on a machine.
• Actively learn the production process and broaden knowledge on conversion-related issues.
• Adhere to Safe Working Systems and health and safety regulations at the workstation.

Job description

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

Tasks & duties include:

• Operate the designated machine in line with its technical requirements and related best practices I methods to secure its optimal utilisation and cost and quality effective outcome
• Continuously focus on the quality of the delivered raw materials (board, ink, glue) as well as manufactured finished goods through the monitoring and reporting on any discrepancies encountered
• Follow the established quality control policies and procedures in terms of production flow and work organisation
• Fulfill all the requirements in relation to the production and quality reporting
• Keep the workstation clean and tidy
• Keep control over the designated machine in terms of its operational condition and perform all designated maintenance duties and responsibilities associated with the machine
• Ensure passing an updated information to the respective Team Leader of any maintenance- related issues on a designated machine
• Actively seek and take the opportunities to learn the production process and to broaden person's knowledge base on conversion-related issues
• Ensure signing off all the required Safe Working Systems before beginning the specific operation I task
• Follow all of the Healthy and Safety regulations respective for the specific workstation as well as the general company requirements and report on any hazardous discrepancies that need corrective actions

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.