Warehouse/ Machine Operative

Graphic Packaging International; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a dedicated Folder/Gluer operator to run the line at optimum efficiency, perform quality checks, and lead crew on shift. You will ensure compliance with PS9000, BRC/IoP, and HASAWA standards, maintaining hygiene and product quality across cartons.

The role involves supporting team leaders in continuous improvement, daily TPM maintenance, and ensuring accurate documentation and line clearance.

Qualifications

• Quality checks on work as produced.
• Assist team leaders in continuous improvement projects.
• Comply with PS9000 and BRC/IoP quality standards and HASAWA health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Undertake quality checks on work as it is produced.
• Assist team leaders in continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain machinery following TPMs.
• Carry out duties in line with quality standards and record in-process inspections.
• Report quality issues to customer specifications immediately.
• Provide cover for holidays/sickness as required.
• Ensure good working relationships at all times.
• Perform other duties as directed by line manager.

Skills

Verbal & written

Hardworking

Attention to detail

Flexible

Fast-paced

Under pressure

Job description

To assist in the running of a Folder/Gluer. To produce work at optimum efficiency and quality and lead and organise crew.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• To undertake quality checks on work as it is produced
• To assist team leaders in continuous improvement projects
• Maintenance of machinery following T.P.M’s
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the standards required by PS9000 and BRC/IoP in terms of housekeeping, hygiene and product quality including continually & regularly checking the quality of the cartons throughout the job, making specific checks (such as colour, glue and window alignment, pressure marks, etc), ensuring appropriate line clearance & cleanliness, and completion of in-process inspection documentation. Report any issues affecting quality or non-compliance to customer specifications immediately
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the standards required by the HSE and maintain compliance at all times
• Provide a fair amount of cover for holidays and/or sickness as required
• Ensure good working relationships with superiors, subordinates and peers, customers and any 3rd party visitors at all times
• Perform other duties as directed by your line manager

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Achieve targeted run speeds
• Constantly strive to reduce downtime to agreed levels
• Meet and maintain customer requirements in terms of quality and output
• Compliance with the company’s quality standards (PS9000 and BRC/IoP)
• Adherence to the company’s health safety & environment standards (HASAWA Act)
• Maintain a good overall condition of work area through routine maintenance
• Accurate & efficient control of components including filing and good housekeeping practices condition of the folder gluer you are assigned to.

SKILLS/QUALS

• Good verbal and written communication
• Hardworking
• Excellent eye for detail
• Flexible
• Ability to work in a face paced environment
• Able to work under pressure

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Good standard of English, able to understand verbal or written instructions, able to complete all forms of required documentation, able to produce information as required, able to assist in the production of standard operating procedures and able to train others
• Good common sense, able to use everyday judgement to solve problems
• Flexible, reliable, punctual, good attendanceWork Location: In person