Trainee Machine Operator

3 weeks ago


Hailsham, United Kingdom Challenge Packaging Limited Full time

**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. We are a progressive company who can offer training and development and are in the process of updating our facilities to create a great place to work.

We have one vacancy for a Trainee Machine Operator working 48 hours per week (working hours are between the hours of 6:00 am and 4:45 pm, Monday to Thursday inclusive and between 6:00 am and 2:45 pm on a Friday inclusive, all days with a forty-five (45) minute unpaid lunch break).

**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 styles of boxes. You may also be required to assist on other machines during busy periods. The position also requires a substantial amount of manual handling you will need to be fit and have good health & safety awareness

**Main duties**
- Set up machines at the beginning of shift to ensure good working order
- Perform all necessary safety checks at the beginning of each shift
- Perform testing of quality throughout and optimize throughput during the production run to hit targets
- Report on set up, run time and down time through shop floor data
- Monitor machines during every run to ensure optimum running speeds
- Maintain, clean and recalibrate machines at the end of each shift
- Operate pallet jacks and other production equipment
- Maintain a safe working environment that is always free from the build up of waste material
- Provide relevant information relating to progress to Production Manager
- Report any defects, near miss or Health & Safety issues to the Production Manager

**Additional duties and responsibilities**
- To maintain standards in line with the requirements of the job and any policies currently in place
- To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by a Director from time to time
- To comply with equal opportunities legislation and be pro-active in challenging prejudice and discrimination
- To adhere to the procedures relating to the proper use and care of equipment and materials for which the role has responsibility
- Cover other shifts to meet the needs of the business from time to time

**Key competencies required**
- Good level of Health and Safety
- Ability to listen, learn and take instruction (written and verbal)
- Excellent attention to detail and good understanding of quality issues
- Good Math skills and ability to calculate measurements
- Reliable with good time keeping skills
- Physical stamina with understanding of manual handling
- Basic computer skills and understanding of technology
- Flexibility - Willing and able to work other shifts from time to time

**VALUES**

**Our values embody the way we are, and the way we do business. They are how we act. They define us, setting us apart from our competitors. They make us better.**

**BETTER**

Strive for better and never accept the status quo. Expect a higher standard of achievement, behavior and treatment of our clients and colleagues. We embrace and encourage change.

**RELIABLE**

We sell freedom from worry and aim to make our relationship as simple and hassle free as possible. We are dependable, fair, frank and honest

**URGENT**

We respond quickly and treat everything with a sense of urgency. Be accountable, remember - if it needs to be, it’s up to me.

**FLEXIBLE**

Consider and evaluate everything. We are adaptable and open to change to improve

**FRIENDLY**

We value relationships. We respect our colleagues, employees, customers and the world we live in. Build a positive team and family spirit

**SUSTAINABLE**

Minimise our impact on the environment. We support sustainable and safe methods that reduce environmental degradation and design packaging that minimises material use

No agencies please

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Hailsham, BN27 4AH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person



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