Production Operative

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber‑based packaging forward.

Job Purpose

To assist all Print Minders on the print machines working to meet the planned output for quality, volume and yield to customer requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Assisting the print minder to make ready and run print presses to meet the required performance and quality standards
• Work on the press to cover when required
• Utilise the pile turning equipment
• Follow work procedures and work to the recognised standards
• Prepare pallets of paper for use on the machines
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping to pharmaceutical standards (ISO9001, ISO14001)
• Safely operate the forklift trucks on site
• Take charge of printer\’s waste and the recycling of consumables
• Adhere to SHE regulations
• Ensure that all material and consumables required for efficient running of the press are kept available for use by the Print Minder
• Carry out any other reasonable task as requested once adequately trained

Qualifications

• Forklift license would be beneficial

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Awareness of current SHE legislation/standards
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Pharmaceutical Code of Practice
• Problem solving skills
• Should have excellent colour vision
• Quality conscious

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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Administrative

Industries

• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Location: Hounslow, England, United Kingdom