Gluing Operator (Ref: PK8995)

NEW VACANCY! (PK8995)

GLUING OPERATOR

NORTH WEST (Please contact me for further location details)

SALARY £14.00 PER HOUR + 20% Shift Premium

SHIFT PATTERN MONDAY TO FRIDAY (30 MINS PAID LUNCH BREAK)

• EARLIES: 6:00AM - 1:30PM
• LATES: 1:30PM - 9:00PM

Our client is a well invested independent print & folding carton manufacturer. In-house they have state-of-the-art printing presses, the latest folding technology and a range of finishing equipment. Supplying clients in the confectionary, food, cosmetics, healthcare & pharma to pet care markets.

They are currently looking to recruit a Gluing Operator to join their production team. You will be operating and maintain gluing machinery to produce high-quality folded cartons in line with customer specifications, production schedules, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate and run gluing/folding carton machines in line with production orders
• Read and interpret job specifications to ensure cartons are glued, folded and finished to the correct standard
• Carry out machine adjustments to achieve optimum quality and efficiency
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting of equipment to minimise downtime
• Conduct regular quality checks against approved samples/specifications, including glue application, registration and finishing
• Complete production records, ensuring accurate reporting of output, downtime, and waste
• Work closely with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to achieve customer requirements
• Comply with company Health & Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and hygiene standards
• Train, guide or support assistants and other colleagues as required
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, driving efficiency and waste reduction

Requirements:

• Previous experience operating carton gluing/folder-gluer machinery
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret job dockets, technical drawings, and quality standards
• High attention to detail with a focus on quality
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Flexibility to work shifts/overtime when required

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive business who invest in people