Machine Operator

Northwood Hygiene Products Ltd; Grantham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hygiene product manufacturer is looking for an operator to maximize product quality by effectively operating paper converting machines and conducting quality checks. The role requires experience in a fast-paced FMCG production environment, with an emphasis on safety and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will demonstrate critical thinking and a proactive approach to machine operation and fault finding. Join us in striving for excellence in production and recycling efforts.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate paper converting machines effectively.
• Experience performing regular quality checks and making adjustments.
• Capable of organizing recyclable material into bales.

Responsibilities

• Maximise product quality by operating machines and performing quality checks.
• Conduct pre-use lifting and equipment guarding checks.
• Look for opportunities for cost savings and improvements.

Skills

Technical and proactive approach

Experience in a fast-paced FMCG production environment

Critical thinking

Job description

You’ll maximise the quality of our products by effectively operating our paper converting machines, performing regular quality checks, and making adjustments as required.

Periodically, you’ll organise recyclable material into bales which will be delivered to our recycling Mills.

You will need to conduct pre-use lifting and equipment guarding checks to ensure your safety.

We are passionate about continuous improvement, and it is crucial that our colleagues seek out opportunities for cost savings where possible, sharing any great ideas you have.

The shift pattern: 4 on 4 off

Job Requirements

What we need from you:

Technical and proactive approach, enabling you to set our machines correctly and carry out basic fault finding and PPMs to reduce downtime.

Experience in a fast-paced FMCG production environment (e.g. Foods, Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, or ideally tissue/paper converting).

Critical thinking with an inquisitive approach, with the confidence to challenge.