Trainee Production Operator

JobStart Scheme; Lurgan; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Lurgan is looking for a Trainee Production Operator. This role will involve assisting with machine operations, including rewinding and slitting printed reels, alongside packing and labeling products. Candidates should have basic IT knowledge and some experience in a production setting. The job offers flexible working hours, up to 25 hours per week, and competitive pay based on age. This is a temporary contract and may close early if filled.

Qualifications

• Basic IT knowledge is required.
• Experience in production or machinery operation is preferred.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Rewind and slit printed reels.
• Label and pack boxes for dispatch.
• Assist with setting up and cleaning machinery.

Skills

Basic knowledge of IT

Previous experience in a production environment

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: ZEUS LABELSZeus Labels are seeking a Trainee Production Operator. This role will involve learning how to use finishing machines with inspection systems along with helping to set up print machinery to assist in reducing machine downtime.

Responsibilities

• Rewinding and slitting of printed reels.
• Labelling and packing boxes for despatch.
• Assisting print production staff in all areas of our production, this includes setting up machinery and washing machines down after each job.

Skills and Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of IT.
• Previous experience in a production environment operating or assisting with the operation of machinery.
• Have reasonable mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Further Information

The Employer is: ZEUS LABELSJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1754846 Job Sector Transport, Distribution and Warehousing Area Co Armagh Location Lurgan Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 16/01/2026 Closing date 26/02/2026 Worktime Between 10am to 2:30pm, days to be confirmed