Cut Crease Assistant

Graphic Packaging International has a rich and dynamic history in Europe. We are a leader in packaging design and innovation, serving hundreds of the worlds most recognised brands. You have probably purchased food, beverages or other consumer products sold in our packaging.

Our converting facility in Bristol has been a longstanding and successful supplier of folding cartons for the international beverage markets since 1946. We provide innovative packaging solutions across a range of cartons to meet our customer needs. As one of the world’s largest manufacturers of folding cartons, unbleached paperboard, coated recycled board, microwave packaging and machinery, we continue to set new standards for our industry. We are always looking ahead to help our customers meet changing consumer demands and their business goals.

Working as a key member of the sheetfed team, you will assist in making ready, running, and maintaining the cut & crease machine in a safe manner, whilst ensuring optimum output to a high-quality standard. Conduct ancillary tasks to maintain the cut & crease machine with raw materials and sundries.

**Specific Responsibilities**
- Assist the department to achieve target run speeds and obtain optimum performance. Follow Pecas plan and coordinate material supply with the forklift driver.
- Produce Pecas tickets for scrap, rejected or returned loads and to secure loads prior to removal from area.
- Assist in the preparation of subsequent jobs and during make readies to achieve efficient change over between jobs, minimizing lost production time.
- Ensure machine area is kept clean and tidy. Help machine crews to achieve efficient running and cover meal breaks.
- Carry out all duties in a safe and efficient manner whilst conforming to H&S procedures.
- Undertake Behavioural Based Safety (BBS) training.
- Present loads to press to the highest standard to generate high quality and efficient production.
- Input Pecas information accurately for all load details and report any shortages or material problems.
- Perform a timely and thorough handover with the oncoming shift to include safety, plan, machine condition and quality.
- Participate and contribute to all activities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and lean initiatives.

**Skills and Qualifications**
- Experience of working in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in a similar role, or an understanding of what is involved.
- Good standard of education required.
- Full working knowledge of Bobst Machinery.
- Computer literate
- Excellent communication skills essential, ability to give clear written and verbal instructions.

**Interpersonal Skills**
- Previous experience of working in a Manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of machinery and of the terms/language used in manufacturing.
- Good standard of education required.
- High level of concentration and attention to detail.

**Company Core Values**
- **Integrity** - Acts with honesty in actions and in communicating with others. Leads by example. Keeps promises, meets commitments and takes pride in work. Respects policies and lives up to the trust others place in them.
- **Relationships**:

- Has a positive attitude. Communicates in an open and direct manner. Considers the needs of others before taking action. Uses differences as an opportunity to explore new ideas, increase understanding and combine strengths.
- **Accountability**:

- Takes personal responsibility for doing the job to the best of their ability. Acts with initiative, learns from experiences, shares knowledge and strives to continually improve performance. Is dependable and can be counted on to deliver results. Looks out for the safety of others. Effectively utilizes resources.
- **Teamwork**:

- Shares goals and works with others to achieve them. Encourages others to be involved and supports their ideas. Helps others without being asked. Reaches across departments and Business Units to increase knowledge and gain experience. Celebrates successes.
- **Respect**:

- Values the unique skills and abilities of others. Actively listens to other employee's ideas and honors diverse opinions. Appreciates everyone's contributions and recognizes accomplishments. Shows common courtesy to others and customers. Actively works to maintain an environment that is open, honest, supportive and fulfilling.

Graphic Packaging International - Bristol provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

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

Pay: £30,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 24/06/2024