Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
Location:
Leicester
Shift Pattern:
Monday - Friday, alternating shift pattern of 6am - 1.30pm and 1.20 - 8.50pm
Job Purpose
To assist the 1st minder in meeting the planned output for quality, volume and yield to customer requirements and to achieve performance targets for make-ready.
Job Responsibilities/Key Accountabilities
- Carry out area clearance procedure.
- Flick sorting and feeding cartons into folder/gluer feed across the department range of machines from low-speed complex lines to high performance Alpinas.
- Packing glued cartons into corrugate outer cases and apply labels.
- Moving pallets of unglued cartons onto line.
- Moving pallets of glued cartons into Despatch department.
- Correctly complete paperwork/VWT relating to orders being produced.
- General housekeeping of the machines and department.
- Liaise with quality department where required.
- Any other tasks as requested.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience
- Ability to work flexibly as part of a team
- Ability to maintain hygiene and procedural standards required in our industry
- Previous experience of working with machines (ideally in a printing, pharmaceuticals, or food environment)
- Quality conscious
Qualifications
Educational and professional:
- Good basic standard of numeracy, literacy and PC skills.
Competencies
- Flexible attitude
- Self-motivated
- Team player
- Work on own initiative
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
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Production Assistant in Leicester employer: Smurfit Westrock
At Smurfit Westrock, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment in Aldershot, where our Production Operators can thrive. With competitive salaries, generous benefits, and a strong commitment to employee development, we empower our team members to grow while making a meaningful impact in sustainable packaging. Join us for a rewarding career that values safety, integrity, and respect, all while enjoying flexible working options and a supportive culture.
