Production Operator - 12-Hour Shift (Paper & Packaging)

James-Cropper-PLC; Kendal; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension (6% match)

Health cash plan

Wellbeing support & EAP

Learning & development programmes

Job summary

James Cropper is seeking Production Operators to join our team in the South Lakes area. You will operate and maintain machinery, monitor quality, and work with the production team to hit daily targets while contributing to continuous improvement.

This 12-hour shift role runs on a 3-shift rotation (6am-6pm and 6pm-6am). A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and reliability are essential to succeed in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in production or manufacturing is preferred but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle physical tasks.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Positive attitude and team-player mentality.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain machinery to support efficient production.
• Monitor quality and contribute to high-quality paper production.
• Collaborate with the production team to meet daily targets.
• Identify and resolve minor equipment issues to minimise downtime.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Physical stamina

Willingness to learn

Job description

James Cropper is seeking Production Operators to join our team in the South Lakes area. You will operate and maintain machinery, monitor quality, and work with the production team to hit daily targets while contributing to continuous improvement.

This 12-hour shift role runs on a 3-shift rotation (6am-6pm and 6pm-6am). A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and reliability are essential to succeed in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.