Production Operator – Lancaster

Northwood Hygiene Products Ltd; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Lancaster seeks an Assistant Mill Operator to ensure the efficient operation of the Core Winder & Packaging line. Responsibilities include operating the Packaging Line, conducting safety checks, and maintaining housekeeping standards. Ideal candidates will have forklift experience and a strong understanding of warehouse procedures. If you have worked as a Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, or similar role, apply today!

Qualifications

• Candidates must have experience in a factory or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to commute within 1 hour is necessary.
• Right to work in the UK is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist on the Packaging Line efficiently.
• Monitor and direct the Core Making Line.
• Conduct safety checks and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Provide cover for Warehouse Operator in their absence.

Skills

Forklift truck experience

Basic IT skills

Understanding warehouse procedures

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Maths, English, and IT

Job description

The focus of this assistant Mill Operator role is to operate the Core Winder & Packaging line. Ensuring efficient operation with minimum wastage in accordance with customer specifications and the converting line output. To maintain a high standard of housekeeping, whilst in accordance with all Health and Safety procedures, policies and standards.

Responsibilities

• To Operate, assist, monitor or Direct the Packaging Line to resolve any issues.
• To fully understand the entire Packaging process including loading and unloading of film reels.
• To assist the converting line process to get the best results possible.
• To Operate, assist, monitor or Direct the Core Making Line to resolve any issues.
• To perform Safety Checks and record correctly the results
• To complete the necessary Safety and Housekeeping duties.
• To be able to safely wrap, unwrap, weigh, stack, move, load and unload wagons.
• To provide suitable and sufficient cover for the Warehouse Operator in their absence.
• To have a good understanding of the Warehouse procedures.

This Assistant Mill Operator role would suit candidates with experience as a Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Machine Operator, Factory Operative, Forklift Driver, or similar role. If this sounds like you, apply today!

Job Requirements

• Forklift truck experience
• Right to work in the UK
• Able to commute within 1 hour
• Experience in a factory or manufacturing environment
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Maths, English, and IT
• Basic IT skills and experience with Microsoft Office