Cut and Crease Operator - Double

Position: Cut and Crease Operator - Double Days
Cut and Crease Operator - Folded Carton Packaging

Salary - depending on experience

Benefits
- Generous holiday allowance
Group life assurance (death in service)
Family health cash plan & 24/7 GP access
Additional complimentary health & medical benefits
Pension scheme
Free on-site parking (LS13 location)
Hours;
Double days i.e.

Earlies: 06:00-14:05 with unpaid 20min break - Monday-Friday (38.75hrs) = 38.75hrs

Lates: 13:55-22:00 with unpaid 20min break Monday-Thursday (31hrs) + 13:55-19:10 with no break as this is below 6hrs (5.25hrs): 36.25hrs

Total: 75hrs

Average over the two shifts: 37.5hrs

Location:

Leeds, UK

Company:

A packaging manufacturer, producing high-quality printed cart onboard packaging as well innovative niche packaging solutions for world recognised brands, through to SME's & start-ups.

Overview:

My client is looking for a skilled Cut & Crease Operator. You will be responsible for the output of high-quality value-add folding carton packaging namely focussing on complex die-cutting processes including decorative finishing (embossing) and cross-functionality in other areas. Requiring a level of autonomy, high operational proficiency, thorough quality inspection and detailed ongoing machine maintenance.

Key responsibilities:

Read and accurately interpret complex production instructions
Cut, crease & emboss on BOBST SP 102 SE
Quality check and inspect own production, ensuring consistency and attention to detail
Achieving target speeds to maintain departmental performance
Control of departmental documentation, parts & consumables
Shared responsibility for the cut & crease department, reporting to the Managing Director
Work quickly and accurately to meet target deadlines
Machine maintenance and 5S principles
Participate and adhere to Health & Safety, Fire Safety, First Aid and Waste Management duties

Candidate requirements:

Previous experience in a similar role involving BOBST or similar cut & crease machinery and operations is essential
Previous experience in folding carton manufacturing or similar essential
Previous experience with decorative embossing, single-level, multi-level, sculpted advantageous
Previous experience with other finishing machinery and operations such as guillotine / other desirable
Ability to quickly learn new machine operations, IT software and systems
Strong IT skills, including familiarity with bespoke systems and the Microsoft Office 365 suite
Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Professional and positive communication skills
Experience or knowledge of Health and Safety, Fire Safety, First Aid, advantageous
Valid forklift truck licence advantageous
Willingness to contribute flexibly across different areas of production operations
Genuine "whatever it takes to deliver" attitude

TO APPLY please email your full CV details to us and we will be in touch. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared with any organisation without your express permission and consent.

Key words; cut and crease, folder gluer, packaging, cartons, cart onboard, bobst