Trainee Technical Operator

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Overview:
At Berry, we create innovative packaging and engineered products that we believe make life better for people and the planet. We do this every day by leveraging our unmatched global capabilities, sustainability leadership, and deep innovation expertise to serve customers of all sizes around the world. Harnessing the strength in our diverse and industry leading talent of 47,000 global employees across more than 295 locations, we partner with customers to develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy. We are proud of our heritage which is rich in product innovation, customer focus, and strategic growth. The dedication of our team members has allowed us to grow into a leading global provider of innovative solutions.

We are currently looking for motiviated individuals with a mechanical aptitude to join the team at our Plenmeller site based in Haltwhistle Northumberland UK, where we use Blow Moulding Technology to specialise in the production of plastic products for the consumer and chemical industry.

You will be working within a small team of Technicians and Operators who are responsible for running and maintaining our blow moulding machines. The purpose of this role is to monitor and adjust machines to drive efficiency and product quality, whilst adhering to product specifications and Health, Safety and Hygiene policies and procedures.

You will be required to work 2 x 12 Hour Days, 2 x 12 Hour Nights, 2 days off (Repeat for 4 blocks and then 10 days off)

Training Rate starting from £25,443.60 rising to £31,646.16 per annum once fully competent.

Qualifications:
**Experience and Skills Required**
- Although not essential, experience of working within a manufacturing environment would be an advantage.
- Experience of working within the plastic packaging industry is not required as full training will be provided.
- Miniumum Age 18

**Responsibilities**:
**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Ensure that everyone works in a safe manner, ensuring compliance at all times with Company policy and procedures regarding Health and Safety, standards of product, quality, housekeeping and hygiene.
- Always comply with appropriate PPE requirements.
- Carrying out only those tasks which the job holder is competent, trained and/or qualified to perform, unless supervised by fully trained personnel.
- Complete all necessary checks and paperwork, as and when required.
- Keep product quality to products work order specifications.
- Work closely with auditors on any production issues.
- Maintain machine efficiency.
- Complete relevant checks on ancillary equipment and record when necessary.
- Carry out general housekeeping duties as/when required
- Report all hazards by filling in the hazard book
- Follow all safe working procedures
- Work as part of a team to achieve production targets.