Senior Mill Operator - Lancaster

Northwood; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Lancaster is seeking an experienced Senior Mill Operator to maintain efficient operations and ensure safety in a rotating shift environment. This role requires flexibility to work around the clock, with duties including machinery operation, troubleshooting quality issues, and adherence to health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 2 qualifications and experience in manufacturing. Competitive benefits are provided.

Benefits

Company pension

Life assurance

Free company products

Free on-site parking

Discounts on food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms

Wellness programmes

Free early access to pay scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 that includes Math’s, English and IT or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery safely and maintain good housekeeping.
• Identify issues with quality and communicate to team members.
• Undertake appropriate risk assessments effectively.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 2 including Math’s, English and IT or equivalent

Tools

Fork Lift Truck License

IPAF License

Job description

Are you an experienced Manufacturing or Production Operative? Are you interested in starting your career in the industry?

If you’re searching for an opportunity to develop your skills in a manufacturing role with opportunities for career progression, look no further!

We are recruiting a Senior Mill Operator to join our team based in Lancaster.

This is not a 9am - 5pm job and will only suit someone who has flexibility to work across days, weekends and 24‑hour shifts. The Paper Mill operates 24 hours a day 7 days per week 365 days per year. This role requires the successful candidate to work a rotating shift pattern based on an 8‑week cycle

About the Role

To maintain the productive status of the Paper Machine, Rewinder, Converting Line & Packaging line ensuring efficient operation with minimum wastage in accordance with customer specifications and the paper machine output. To maintain a high standard of housekeeping. To work in accordance with all Health and Safety procedures and standards

Production Operative Duties

• To operate the machinery to a high standard of safety and good housekeeping.
• Identify issues with quality, report in logs and communicate to the team members.
• Undertake appropriate Risk Assessments. Carry out the management of risks effectively and efficiently.
• Assist in optimising processes to get the best results possible.
• To identify faults and make suggestions for remedy.
• To deputise for the team leader in their absence.
• Adhering to quality, health, and safety procedures and regulations.
• Troubleshooting day to day issues.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Free company products
• Free on‑site parking
• Food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts
• Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service
• Free early access to pay scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Employee referral scheme

Requirements

Essential to the role

• NVQ Level 2 which includes Math’s, English and IT or equivalent
• Excellent Problem‑Solving ability
• Good communication skills
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• A current Fork Lift Truck License

Preferred

• IPAF License