Folder/gluer Machine Operator

4 days ago

Livingston, United Kingdom Compack Cartons Full time

**Folder/Gluer Machine Operator** - Join Compack Cartons, a leading carton and packaging manufacturer, as we expand our production team in Livingston. We’re looking for an experienced **Bobst or Jagenberg Folder/Gluer Operator** to run state-of-the-art machines in our modern £15m facility. With competitive pay **(£12.90-£17.50 per hour
- Dependent on experience)**, enhanced healthcare, and a company pension, this is your chance to secure a stable, rewarding career in the carton and packaging industry.

At Compack Cartons, we’re specialists in high-quality cartons and packaging, supplying to major UK and international brands. You’ll be setting up and operating **Bobst / Jagenberg** -folder/gluer machinery to produce multi-point glued cartons, working with HHS hot and cold glue extrusion systems to meet exacting customer quality standards. You’ll collaborate closely with a supportive production team in a workplace known for high staff retention and strong teamwork.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Set up, operate, and maintain folder/gluer machines for the production of high-quality cartons.
- Operate and maintain hot and cold glue extrusion and detection systems (HHS).
- Carry out quality control checks to customer specifications.
- Work collaboratively with packing and quality staff to achieve production targets.
- Maintain safe and efficient working practices at all times.

**What We’re Looking For**:

- Proven experience as a Bobst or Jagenberg Folder/Gluer Machine Operator in the box or carton packaging industry
- Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
- A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
- Willingness to adapt to future shift patterns as the business grows.

**Hours & Location**:

- **Current hours**:Monday-Thursday, 07:45-16:15; Friday, 07:45-13:45** (38 hours per week).
- **Future flexibility**: Potential to move to a two-shift system AM/PM shift as production expands but this won’t be in the immediate future
- **Location**: Grange Road, Livingston EH54, Scotland. Free onsite parking.

**Pay & Benefits**:

- **£12.90-£17.50** per hour (depending on experience).
- Overtime at time and a half; double time after four hours on weekends
- 29 days holiday (including bank holidays) with Christmas shutdown (8-10 days).
- Company pension: 3% employer / 5% employee.
- Enhanced healthcare (after 6 months), including GP and Physio Services.
- Death in service benefit (3x salary, after 6 months).
- Modern facility with £15m investment in equipment and technology.
- Friendly, inclusive team with regular social events and excellent retention rates.

At **Compack Cartons**, we value skill, teamwork, and cultural fit as much as experience -many of our team have grown their careers with us.

**Click to Apply** and take your next step as a Folder/Gluer Machine Operator with a company that invests in its people.

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