Job Description

Graphic Packaging International has a rich and dynamic history in Europe. We are a leader in packaging design and innovation, serving hundreds of the world's most recognised brands. We provide innovative packaging solutions across a range of cartons to meet our customer needs.

SPECIFICATIONS

A vacancy has arisen for a Trainee Gluing Minder Assistant working on a 4 shift basis within the Finishing Department. In this role you will report through to Team Leaders and Shift Leaders.

You will have experience of running Finishing machines on a regular basis. It is essential that you have good technical expertise in all aspects of specific production processes with a good mechanical ability and are accountable for make readies and associated production figures. You will have a high level of numeracy, literacy and IT skills. When not required to operate gluing machines, there will be a commitment to undertake all assistant duties as and when required on a regular basis.

You will be a proactive and flexible crew member and work with the team to ensure targets are achieved through continuous improvement and monitoring of efficiencies and quality.

You will be an effective communicator, a team player with leadership qualities with a good understanding and knowledge of quality, hygiene, environmental and Health and Safety systems/standards.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Experience of working in a manufacturing environment Experience in a similar role, or an understanding of what is involved, knowledge of the machinery and of the terms/language used in manufacture. Good standard of education required with a high level of numeracy, literacy and IT. It is desirable but not essential that you have completed your NVQ or related qualification in this discipline or are working towards completion. Good common sense, able to use everyday judgement to solve problems. Strong communications skills. Flexible, reliable, punctual & good attendance.

Action Orientated

- Enjoys working hard; is action orientated and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning.

Composure

- Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected.

Customer Focus

- Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind.

Organising

- Can marshal resources to get things done; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently.

Priority Setting

- Spends his or her time and the time of others on what's important; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks and creates focus.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,903.28 per year

Application question(s):

We will be looking to undertake interviews for this vacancy in January 2026, please may you confirm 2-3 suitable dates that you will be able to attend interview?
Experience:

Manufacturing: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: TMA 2026