Trainee Machine Operator - Night Shift

Our client is seeking a Trainee Machine Operator to join its production team on a full-time, night shift basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and hardworking individual looking to start or develop a career in manufacturing.

This role is suited to someone who enjoys hands on work in a fast paced, time critical environment and is willing to learn how to operate production machinery safely and efficiently.

What’s on Offer?

Job type:
Full-time, permanent

Location:

Hailsham
Salary: £31,965

Hours:

48 hours per week, Monday–Thursday 5pm–6am
Training and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

Set up assigned machines at the start of each shift
Carry out all required safety checks before production begins
Operate machinery to manufacture corrugated packaging products
Monitor machines during production runs to ensure optimum performance
Perform quality checks and optimise throughput to meet production targets
Record set-up times, run times, and downtime using shop floor systems
Maintain, clean, and recalibrate machinery at the end of each shift
Operate pallet jacks and other production equipment as required
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
Prevent the build-up of waste materials in production areas
Report progress, issues, defects, near misses, or health & safety concerns to management
Assist on other machines during busy periods when required
Skills, Experience, and Training Requirements:

Good awareness of health and safety practices
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
Strong attention to detail with an understanding of quality standards
Basic numeracy skills, including measuring and calculations
Reliable with good timekeeping and attendance
Basic IT skills and confidence using technology
Willingness to learn and undertake training
Our Ideal Candidate:

Hardworking and dependable
Enjoys practical, hands-on work in a manufacturing environment
Works well as part of a team and contributes to shared goals
Demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to learn
Takes pride in maintaining high safety and quality standards
Willing to cover shifts to meet the needs of business from time to time
Have their own transport

How to Apply:

If you are looking for an opportunity to build a career as a Machine Operator within a busy manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you.

Please apply directly through this advert with your CV.

CHALLENGE PACKAGING

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.

Job Title Trainee Machine Operator

Department Production

Location Oakwood Park, Golden Cross, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 4AH

Reports to Production Manager

Type of position:
Hours per Week:

Full Time

Monday – Thursday

48 hours per week

Night shift

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 types of boxes. You may also

be required to assist on other machines during busy periods. This position requires a substantial amount of

manual handling and standing for long periods of time. You will need to be physically fit and have good health and safety awareness.

MAIN DUTIES OF THE POST

1 Set up machines at start of shift to prepare for the workload

2 Perform all necessary safety checks at the start of each shift

3 Perform testing of quality throughput and optimize throughput during the production run to hit targets

4 Report on set up, run time and down time through the shop floor data

5 Monitor machines during every run to ensure optimum running speeds

6 Maintain, clean and recalibrate machines at the end of each shift

7 Operate pallet jacks and other production equipment

8 Always maintain a safe working environment and ensure there is no buildup of waste materials

9 Provide relevant information relating to progress to the Production Manager

10 Report and…