Job Description

Job Title:

Production Support Operative

Reporting to:

Shift supervisor

Hours of work:

Monday - Friday Double Day Rotating Shift Pattern (Earlies and Lates)

Location:

Amcor (M&H Plastics)

London Road

Beccles

Suffolk

NR34 8TS

Job Purpose:

To ensure all machines are kept productive by ensuring a constant supply of products are always available.

Primary Responsibilities:

Ensure area around machinery is kept clear of products and empty boxes are correctly stacked by machine neatly in line with BRC. Ensuring the correct colour bags are being used in the boxes. Ensure gangways and fire exits are kept clear of boxes and any other items at all times. Carry out PSO duties which includes stock checking and writing out daily log sheets and all other associated paperwork, including shortages. Carry out Reject co-ordinator duties which includes collecting and counting rejects, transferring to cages/dolavs and making up reject boxes if needed. Ensuring reject area is maintained and organise the removal of reject pallets efficiently and safely. Output and consume all pallets correctly, identifying any errors in the system and resolve any anomalies with production controller. Liaise regularly with warehouse personnel on stock availability. Eliminate any machine downtime by ensuring stocks are chased, including WIP, pallets and packaging requirements. Safe use of equipment, including pallet truck and shrink wrapper. Assist QCs to ensure all packaging is available and by the machine in preparation for any layer packing or other additional tasks. Organise stocks and materials for additional working hours in advance Ensure good accuracy and detail is maintained throughout all processes. Complete line clearance, removing all previous jobs overs, rejects and paperwork preventing cross contamination and stopping the wrong product going to the customer. Conduct verbal and written hand overs. Disposing of cardboard and broken pallets. Adhere to stated policies and procedures relating to health and safety, BRC, quality and environmental management.

Secondary Responsibilities:

Filling and emptying machine hoppers as required. Weighing and sealing full boxes and stack them onto pallets accordingly. Assisting staff packing on machines, removing full boxes and replace with empty boxes, replacing any damaged bags or boxes. If workload is slow, you may be asked to check and pack products The post holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and would not themselves justify the re-evaluation of the post.

Person Specification

The Candidate:

The ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team to achieve objectives Taking accountability for any work/actions undertaken The ability to communicate clearly and effectively Confident in challenging existing practices and looking for continuous improvement in all areas of work Able to respond positively to changing work demands Is able to follow instruction to ensure work is completed as required. Takes decisive action to address and react to opportunities and problems in day-to-day work Is conscientious and thorough in all aspects of work responsibilities, and has a professional approach to work Double checks accuracy of own work Good numerical skills Ability to undertake duties in every respect as laid out in the job description (further to training if required)
Desirable Experience:

Proving experience working in a fast-moving production environment.

In return we offer the following package:

Competitive salary 25 days Holiday (+ 8 bank holidays) Christmas Shutdown 3% Pension Scheme Life Assurance Scheme Group Income Protection Scheme Company Sick Pay Scheme Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme Free hot and cold beverages with monthly "Sweet & Savoury"treats Cycle to Work scheme Long Service Awards Free Car Parking Learning and Development Opportunities Refer a Friend Discount on gyms Bungay swimming pool Christmas Hampers Caxton Club offer Family Fun Day Discount on SNAP fitness Free flu vaccination Half day early closure at Christmas. Overtime available Subsided social events Paid time off for medical appointments Mental health support Family fun days Physiotherapist support Easter Eggs Chocolate bars in September
We truly value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we're excited to welcome people from all backgrounds. Come join us to celebrate what makes each of us unique and grow together in a fair and respectful environment. If you need any reasonable adjustments along the way, just let us know--we're here to help!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,420.00-35,465.18 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking Health & wellbeing programme
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person