Finishing Assistant in Ibstock

Graphic Packaging International - Bardon

JOB PURPOSE

To assist in the running of a Folder/Gluer. To produce work at optimum efficiency and quality and lead and organise crew.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• To undertake quality checks on work as it is produced.
• To assist team leaders in continuous improvement projects.
• Maintenance of machinery following T.P.Ms.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the standards required by PS9000 and BRC/IoP in terms of housekeeping, hygiene and product quality including continually and regularly checking the quality of the cartons throughout the job, making specific checks (such as colour, glue and window alignment, pressure marks, etc), ensuring appropriate line clearance and cleanliness, and completion of in-process inspection documentation.
• Report any issues affecting quality or non-compliance to customer specifications immediately.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the standards required by the HSE and maintain compliance at all times.
• Provide a fair amount of cover for holidays and/or sickness as required.
• Ensure good working relationships with superiors, subordinates and peers, customers and any 3rd party visitors at all times.
• Perform other duties as directed by your line manager.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Achieve targeted run speeds.
• Constantly strive to reduce downtime to agreed levels.
• Meet and maintain customer requirements in terms of quality and output.
• Compliance with the company’s quality standards (PS9000 and BRC/IoP).
• Adherence to the company’s health safety and environment standards (HASAWA Act).
• Maintain a good overall condition of work area through routine maintenance.
• Accurate and efficient control of components including filing and good housekeeping practices condition of the folder gluer you are assigned to.

SKILLS/QUALS

• Good verbal and written communication.
• Hardworking.
• Excellent eye for detail.
• Flexible.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work under pressure.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Good standard of English, able to understand verbal or written instructions, able to complete all forms of required documentation, able to produce information as required, able to assist in the production of standard operating procedures and able to train others.
• Good common sense, able to use everyday judgement to solve problems.
• Flexible, reliable, punctual, good attendance.

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 utilises 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.
• Respect - Values the unique skills and abilities of others. Actively listens to other employee's ideas and honours diverse opinions. Appreciates everyone's contributions and recognises accomplishments. Shows common courtesy to others and customers.

Hours of Work

Continental Shift Pattern 36.50hrs per week working on our continental shift pattern, which involves working 3 x 12 hour 10 minute shifts per week rotating around days and nights (5.50am to 6pm/5.50pm to 6am).