Machine Operator

1 Days Old

Position: Machine Operator Location: Essex Salary: £14.90 per hour Hours: 38 hours per week Company/ Sector: Packaging
The Role: • This role is responsible for setting up, running, and maintaining tube winding, labelling, and finishing machinery to ensure their packaging is produced to the highest quality standards. • Set up, operate, and monitor machinery used for winding, cutting, labelling, and finishing cardboard tubes. • Adjust machine parameters (speed, tension, alignment, adhesive levels) to meet production requirements. • Conduct routine start-up, shutdown, and changeover procedures. • Load raw materials (cores, labels, adhesives, outer wraps) and ensure continuous machine operation. • Inspect tubes for print alignment, label positioning, cuts, seams, and overall finish. • Measure dimensions using calipers, rulers, and gauges to ensure products meet specifications. • Identify and reject out-of-spec materials, escalating issues where necessary. • Record production and quality data accurately. • Perform basic machine maintenance (lubrication, cleaning, blade changes, alignment checks). • Report mechanical issues promptly to the maintenance team. • Keep work areas clean, safe, and organised in line with 5S standards. • Follow all company safety policies and procedures. • Wear required PPE and participate in safety training. • Report hazards, near misses, and incidents immediately. • Work closely with the team to meet targets. • Support lean manufacturing and efficiency improvements. • Contribute to problem-solving activities to reduce waste and increase throughput.
Requirements: • Previous experience in manufacturing or machine operation (packaging, print, converting, labels, tissue, cardboard, or similar industries preferred). • Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new machinery. • Good attention to detail with strong quality awareness. • Ability to follow technical instructions and production specifications. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with deadlines. • Good communication skills and ability to work in a small, collaborative team. • Experience operating tubular winding machines, label applicators, or cutting/finishing equipment. • Basic maintenance or engineering skills.
Benefits: • Competitive salary based on experience • Opportunities for training • Growing, sustainability-focused UK manufacturing business • Supportive team environment • Number of days holiday: 22 days’ annual leave plus UK bank holidays
Apply
Location:
Grays
Salary:
£14 - £15 /hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing/Surveying

We found some similar jobs based on your search