Job Description

Leeways is a British, family-owned manufacturing company that specialises in thermoformed packaging solutions for the food industry with a thorough and unrivalled service. From our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Churcham and Cinderford we supply all the major supermarkets and top food brands in the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves on our competitiveness, manufacturing principles and the investment made in putting together one of the most experienced teams in the thermoforming industry. Our aim is always to go one step further, looking at how new designs, materials and processes can help to achieve better results, meeting all our customers' requirements.

Job Type:

Full-time, permanent

Salary:

Starting at 32,268 per annum including night shift premium, which could rise to 41,070 per annum including night shift premium, after successful completion of three levels of training

Schedule:

12 hour shifts, working both days and nights 46 hours per week, Monday to Thursday

The role:

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our technical team to work 12 hour shifts - both days and nights, on a rotation pattern of a week of days, followed by a week of nights - with hours split across Monday to Thursday, meaning no weekend work is required. Also, there are regular overtime opportunities, if desired. The Thermoforming Technician, reporting to the Shift Manager, is required to accurately record production data, perform tool changes, start up machines, make necessary process adjustments and troubleshoot production runs to ensure the thermoforming machines are running within specified parameters. The ideal candidate would be comfortable working as part of a team and be able to use their initiative when working alone. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company that is growing year on year.

Responsibilities will include:

Working in accordance with the company's health and safety and manufacturing practice Performing product changeovers, setups and run established tooling to the manufacturing specification Producing quality product in line with our customer expectations Machine safety checks and checks of equipment before use Process monitoring and inspection of ancillary equipment, including internal & external machine housekeeping Ensuring that raw material waste is kept to a minimum Completion of all production documentation Regular and effective communication with the team, shift manager and other departments Take a full active part in all aspects of training

Essential Skills and Experience:

Ability to work alone and accurately record data Previous experience in setting/adjusting machines and/or mechanical knowledge would be advantageous Excellent attention to detail

Staff Benefits:

Company Pension Up to 21 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays Extra holiday day gifted on your birthday On-site car parking Full training, development and progression Uniform provided Paid weekly
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,268.00-41,070.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Gloucester GL2 8AN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person