Relief Wrapping Machine Operator

pladis; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Employee assistance

Staff shop

Long service awards

Free parking

27 days holiday

Maternity/paternity benefits

Job summary

pladis in Carlisle is hiring a Relief Wrapping Machine Operator for the B shift. You will join a busy packaging team, assisting with feeding and wrapping biscuits and stepping in as required to cover shifts.

The role offers stable factory hours, competitive pay, and benefits. You will train toward a permanent wrapping role and contribute to quality, safety and efficiency on the line.

Qualifications

• Essential numeracy and literacy skills for daily tasks.
• Manual dexterity to handle packaging equipment.
• Clear communication and ability to follow instructions.
• Good problem recognition and quick thinking on the line.
• Strong teamwork and willingness to train others.

Responsibilities

• Manually pack products within specifications and assist wrapping as needed.
• Carry out pre-start checks and ensure equipment is set up correctly.
• Maintain quality, hygiene and safety standards on the line.
• Assist with changeovers and support line efficiency.
• Train peers and new operatives in equipment use and procedures.

Skills

Numeracy & literacy

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Problem recognition

Teamwork

Multitasking

Initiative & drive

Positive attitude

Job description

Job Opening: Relief Wrapping Machine Operator, B shift

Salary: £29,829.80

Working Hours: Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm, alternate weeks

Location: Carlisle, 54 Church Street, Cumbria, CA2 5TG

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don't compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led , resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility , we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact

We are committed to promoting and nurturing a thriving work environment, with an emphasis on internal promotions and recognising the talent within existing teams.

Our employees are key to our success and their health and well-being are our priority. Join us, where your hard work makes a difference.

Working in a factory offers stable employment with competitive pay and benefits such as a Pension Scheme, Cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Staff shop, long service awards, Free parking, 27 days holiday, Enhanced maternity & paternity benefit and reward gateway for discounts.

What will this role achieve?

Your main responsibility is to work as part of a team in the packing and feeding of biscuits. When required, you will stand in as a Wrapping Machine Operator. Wrapping Machine Operators are accountable for product and process delivery.

The role needs someone with a positive attitude who takes pride in doing a good job and works well in a busy team. Must want to progress within your team as you will train to step into the permanent role when needed. Will move lines across the factory as and when required.

Key Deliverables

• Manually pack products within specifications (includes bending, lifting, stretching)
• Visually check for foreign matter / hazards
• Ensure quality of biscuits are packed within product specifications
• Ensure adherence to all quality and safety standards
• Work to a high standard, enabling plants to achieve planned output
• Report any problems to ATM/Supervisor
• Ensure housekeeping and hygiene standards are maintained
• Support the Supervisors in the introduction and support of any improvement initiatives
• Provide a co-ordinated link with all production processes on the line

Wrapping Machine Operator responsibilities

• Carry out all pre-start checks
• Ensure product is made to the correct quality and specification
• Understand equipment and machinery set up
• Ensure changeovers are completed to procedure and ensure any re-work procedures are followed
• Ensure product is to correct quality and make adjusts to machinery settings to maintain product consistency
• Ensure all documentation is filled in correctly and to the right standard
• Always maintain everyday factory standards safely
• Shift handovers are completed in area and to agreed agenda
• Train peers and new operatives in equipment use and procedures when required
• Undertake basic problem diagnosis and maintenance
• Ensure team understand the planning of their daily tasks
• Communicate directly with relevant person to resolve any issues
• Bring your experience

Bring your experience

Essential

• Basic numerical and literacy knowledge
• Manual dexterity
• Basic communication skills
• Basic problem recognition
• Excellent team working skills
• Be able to multi-task and have the drive and tenacity to work under your own initiative
• Positive attitude and willingness to drive change within operational environment

Desirable

• Previous experience is desirable but not essential, training will be given.
• Knowledge of manufacturing environment and of HACCP and safe systems of work
• Understand zonal Key Performance Indicators (production targets, waste