Production Operative

Smurfit Kappa; March; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits (incl. 1

Annual leave & pension

Cycle to Work scheme

Training & development

24/7 confidential support

Flexible working options

Guaranteed interview

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in the United Kingdom seeks a production operator to operate and maintain a designated machine, ensuring quality and safety throughout the production process. The role emphasizes adherence to quality policies, effective communication with the team, and continuous learning to broaden knowledge of conversion-related issues.

The successful candidate will keep the workstation clean, participate in safety checks, and report any maintenance needs promptly to the Team Leader as part of

Responsibilities

• Operate the designated machine in line with its technical requirements and related best practices to secure optimal utilisation, cost, and quality outcomes
• Monitor quality of raw materials (board, ink, glue) and finished goods; report discrepancies
• Follow established quality control policies and procedures for production flow and reporting
• Keep the workstation clean and tidy
• Maintain the designated machine and perform required maintenance
• Inform the Team Leader of any maintenance issues on the machine
• Learn production processes and broaden knowledge on conversion-related issues
• Sign off on Safe Working Systems before starting operations
• Follow health and safety regulations for the workstation and the company, reporting hazardous discrepancies

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.