- Package
- £12.79/hr (during training) increase to £15.10/hr
- Location
- WEST MIDLANDS
- Sectors
- Disciplines
- Posted
- 30/06/2026
- Closing
- 28/07/2026
Machine Operator - Corrugated Packaging - Rotating Shifts (Ref: PK9332)
NEW VACANCY! (PK9332)
MACHINE OPERATOR - CORRUGATED PACKAGING - ROTATING SHIFTS
WEST MIDLANDS
SALARY: £12.79 (Plus Shift Premium mentioned below) an hour during initial training - increase to £15.10 (Plus Shift Premium) after training period (approx. 12 weeks)
40 HOURS PER WEEK:
MONDAY TO FRIDAY: 6am until 2pm
2pm until 10pm (arrival at 1:50pm for paid 10 minute handover)
SUNDAY TO THRUSDAY: 10pm until 6am (arrival at 9:50pm for paid 10 minute handover)
- Shift premium: 20% when working 6am to 2pm and 1:50pm to 10pm
- 30% when working 10pm to 6am
The shift allowance is applied during your training period
Our client is a well-established and highly respected manufacturer within the corrugated and sustainable packaging sector, supplying bespoke packaging solutions to customers across a wide range of industries throughout the UK.
They are currently looking a reliable and hardworking Machine Operators to join their production department. This role offers training, clear progression and the opportunity to become multi-skilled across a range of machines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate the machine safely and efficiently following full training
- Set up, run, monitor, and adjust machinery to meet production targets
- Progress to operating additional machines as part of a multi‑skilling programme
- Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet specification
- Identify and report faults, defects or maintenance issues promptly
- Follow all health, safety and housekeeping standards at all times
- Work collaboratively with colleagues during shift handovers
- Accurately complete basic production and quality records
Requirements:
- Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience desirable but not essential
- Willingness to learn and become multi‑skilled
- Good attention to detail and quality standards
- Ability to work shifts reliably and on time
- Strong awareness of health and safety
- Team‑focused with good communication skills
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Dependable and punctual
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced production environment
- Flexible and open to training on new equipment