Finishing Operator

Are you looking for a hands on role in advanced materials manufacturing where quality, teamwork and innovation come together?

At James Cropper Advanced Materials, we're looking for a Finishing Operative to join our high-performing manufacturing team. You'll play a vital role in ensuring our specialist materials are packed safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards before reaching customers around the world.

What you'll be doing

As a Finishing Operative, you'll be responsible for:

• Packing products safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
• Completing product sampling, testing and quality checks.
• Accurately recording production information and updating company systems.
• Supporting problem-solving activities to improve processes, quality and efficiency.
• Assisting with other manufacturing activities when required, including fibre chopping and sheet cutting.
• Training and supporting new team members.
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping, safety and environmental standards.

This is a shift role working 6am-6pm/6pm – 6am on a 4 shift rotation

What we're looking for

We're seeking individuals who:

• Take pride in producing high-quality work.
• Have a positive, team-focused attitude.
• Can work safely and follow established procedures.
• Are comfortable using computer systems and completing documentation accurately.
• Can identify and report issues whilst contributing to continuous improvement.
• Work well independently and as part of a shift team.
• Are willing to learn and develop new skills in a manufacturing environment.

Why Choose James Cropper?

A chance to be part of a dynamic team driving innovation in advanced materials. You’ll play a key role in ensuring our operations run smoothly and safely, while gaining valuable experience and contributing to the business.

We are offering a competitive salary and benefits including;

• The chance to pave your career with a global leader you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes
• We will help you save for your retirement - join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%
• Free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest

We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier should we identify a suitable candidate or receive a sufficient volume of applications.

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The Company

James Cropper are global market leaders in advanced materials and paper products. Led by the Cropper family for six generations, we have an international workforce and an operational reach in over 50 countries.

Established in 1845, we manufacture paper, packaging and advanced materials incorporating pioneering non-wovens and electrochemical coatings.

We operate across multiple markets from luxury retail to renewable energy. Renowned globally for service, capability, pioneering and multi award-winning commitment to the highest standards of sustainability.