Job Description

Job description

Challenge Packaging is a specialist in corrugated packaging design and manufacture. We work hard to ensure our cardboard box supply is as efficient as possible and extend that methodology into packaging supplies to offer a full service to our customers.

We have one vacancy for a Trainee Machine Operator working 48 hours per week (working hours are between the hours of 5:00 PM and 6:00 AM, Monday to Thursday with one-hour break). Trainee Machine Operators are offered a clear progression path to Qualified Operator usually within 6 months. Excellent Employee Benefits including Private Healthcare.

General description of the job

Manufacturing of Corrugated cases is a busy, time critical process which requires hardworking, reliable individuals. You will be required to run assigned machines which operate and produce various styles of boxes. You may also be required to assist on other machines during busy periods. The position also requires a substantial amount of manual handling you will need to be fit and have good health & safety awareness.

Main duties

Set up machines at the beginning of shift to ensure good working order. Perform all necessary safety checks at the beginning of each shift. Perform testing of quality throughout and optimise throughput during the production run to hit targets. Report on set up, run time and down time through shop floor data. Monitor machines during every run to ensure optimum running speeds. Maintain, clean and recalibrate machines at the end of each shift. Operate pallet jacks and other production equipment. Maintain a safe working environment that is always free from the build up of waste material. Provide relevant information relating to progress to Production Manager. Report any defects, near miss or Health & Safety issues to the Production Manager.

Key competencies required:

Good level of Health and Safety. Ability to listen, learn and take instruction (written and verbal). Excellent attention to detail and good understanding of quality issues. Good Math skills and ability to calculate measurements. Reliable with good time keeping skills. Physical stamina with understanding of manual handling. Basic computer skills and understanding of technology. Flexibility - Willing and able to work other shifts from time to time.

VALUES

Our values embody the way we are, and the way we do business. They are how we act. They define us, setting us apart from our competitors. They make us better.

BETTER

Strive for better and never accept the status quo. Expect a higher standard of achievement, behaviour and treatment of our clients and colleagues. We embrace and encourage change.

RELIABLE

We sell freedom from worry and aim to make our relationship as simple and hassle free as possible. We are dependable, fair, frank and honest.

URGENT

We respond quickly and treat everything with a sense of urgency. Be accountable, remember - if it needs to be, it's up to me.

FLEXIBLE

Consider and evaluate everything. We are adaptable and open to change to improve.

FRIENDLY

We value relationships. We respect our colleagues, employees, customers and the world we live in. Build a positive team and family spirit.

SUSTAINABLE

Minimise our impact on the environment. We support sustainable and safe methods that reduce environmental degradation and design packaging that minimises material use.

Only applications via Indeed will be considered.

As an equal opportunities employer, Challenge Packaging Limited is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Challenge Packaging Limited.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,465.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Life insurance On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person