Rewinder

AUTAJON GROUP; Royston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights/Weekends

No bank holidays

37.5-hour week

Free onsite parking

Free refreshments

Training & development

Career progression

Autajon Group growth

Job summary

Autajon Royston, part of the Autajon Group, is hiring for a labels rewinder role based in Royston, near Cambridge. The position offers a 37.5-hour week, Monday to Friday, with rotations between 06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00. There is no night work, no weekend shifts, and no bank holidays.

You will operate rewinding equipment, check label quality, and collaborate with colleagues to meet OTIF deadlines. Full training and development opportunities are provided within a growing group.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.
• Can follow detailed instructions, production procedures and SOPs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of working independently and in a team.
• Comfortable using computerised production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and monitor rewinding equipment per job specs.
• Monitor reels with AVT camera inspection to ensure label quality.
• Handle rolls, pack into boxes and stack finished goods safely.
• Check label quality, identify defects and report issues.
• Quarantine defective material and communicate with Team Leader.
• Follow SOPs and maintain high housekeeping standards.
• Maintain/make minor equipment maintenance and cleanliness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Strong communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Job description

Autajon is a family-owned industrial group, where each employee is a \"Connected Entrepreneur\".

Well-established in the Luxury Goods, Perfumes & Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, Wines & Spirits and Confectionery & Specialties markets, we are broadening our international presence by integrating locally-active sites that share our DNA. Together, we are committed to supporting our customers by providing them with high-performance, sustainable services in the world of cases, labels, boxes and point-of-sale displays.

With more than 50 years of know-how, we create customized, innovative solutions that are always responsive to environmental and social issues. We employ more than 4,000 people across 41 human-scale sites, who contribute to generate sales of 800 millions euros.

Authentic, sharing common values, we recruit individuals who are looking for a personal and collective adventure.

Rewinder

Autajon is a family-owned industrial group, where each employee is a \"Connected Entrepreneur\".

Well-established in the Luxury Goods, Perfumes & Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, Wines & Spirits and Confectionery & Specialties markets, we are broadening our international presence by integrating locally-active sites that share our DNA. Together, we are committed to supporting our customers by providing them with high-performance, sustainable services in the world of cases, labels, boxes and point-of-sale displays.

With more than 50 years of know-how, we create customized, innovative solutions that are always responsive to environmental and social issues. We employ more than 4,000 people across 41 human-scale sites, who contribute to generate sales of 800 millions euros.

Authentic, sharing common values, we recruit individuals who are looking for a personal and collective adventure.

Autajon Labels Royston

We are an award-winning label printing company, established in 1984 as Royston Labels Ltd, and joined the Autajon Group in 2023. As a growing business, we pride ourselves on developing high-end, top-quality labels for our well-known clients in the Cosmetics & Toiletries, Health & Nutrition, Drinks, and Pharma industries.

We use our in-depth knowledge of traditional & digital print technologies, and combine this with innovative embellishments, as well as incorporating sustainability as a priority focus in our entire process. Based in Royston, near Cambridge, and with a team of 75 employees, we always aim to provide a quality service, and provide the skills, craftmanship & care required in every part of our manufacturing process to make beautiful, impactful labels.

Responsibilities

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

£24,784.50 + 22.5% shift allowance £30,361.01 Total Salary

No Nights, No Weekends, No Bank Holidays

37.5hrs, Monday to Friday, 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00 (Weekly Rotating)

• Setting up, operating and monitoring rewinding equipment in accordance with job specifications.
• Monitoring finished reels using AVT camera inspection equipment to ensure labels meet the required quality standards.
• Handling rolls of labels as they come off the rewinder, packing them into boxes and stacking finished goods safely and efficiently.
• Checking label quality, identifying defects and resolving or reporting issues using the Material Defect Report.
• Quarantining defective material and communicating issues to the Team Leader.
• Following all production procedures, SOPs and quality requirements.
• Maintaining excellent standards of housekeeping and cleanliness across the work area.
• Carrying out general equipment maintenance and ensuring machinery is kept in good working order.
• Operating and cleaning the core cutting machine when required.
• Operating the Wrapeel (Rewind 4) when required.
• Operating the Domino numbering machine when required.
• Operating the folding machine/Braille maker when required.
• Working closely with colleagues and other departments to ensure orders are completed On Time In Full (OTIF).
• Following all health and safety procedures and contributing to a safe working environment.
• Undertaking any additional reasonable duties requested by your Line Manager.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Has excellent attention to detail and takes pride in producing high-quality work.
• Can follow detailed instructions, production procedures and SOPs consistently.
• Has effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Can work confidently both independently and as part of a team.
• Maintains high standards of production housekeeping and cleanliness.
• Has basic computer literacy and is comfortable using computerised production equipment.
• Can work effectively to tight deadlines and production targets.
• Is flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Takes a proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality or production issues.
• Understands the importance of quality and consistency within the label printing and packaging industry.
• Is reliable, organised and takes pride in their work.

Previous experience within a printing, manufacturing, rewinding or finishing environment would be advantageous, but full training will be provided to the right candidate.

Benefits

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/BENEFITS

• No nights, no weekends and no bank holidays
• 37.5-hour working week, Monday to Friday
• Attractive rotating shift pattern
• A clean, modern factory with high standards of production and state-of-the-art printing and finishing equipment
• Full training and development opportunities
• Exciting career progression opportunities throughout the business
• Free onsite parking
• Free refreshments for all employees
• Opportunity to work as part of a skilled and supportive production team
• The chance to develop your career within the growing Autajon Group

We are located on the Royston Industrial Estate, SG8 5HN.

Applications are reviewed regularly, and we aim to respond within 1 week.