Packaging Machinery Operator; Slitting​/Conversion

Position: Packaging Machinery Operator (Slitting / Conversion) (Permanent)
Packaging Machinery Operator (Slitting / Conversion)

£30,200 excellent benefits 12-hour rotating shifts offering an excellent work/life balance
Wigan, Lancashire

We’re recruiting for a Packaging Machinery Operator to join a well-established flexible packaging manufacturer in Wigan, part of a large international group supplying major retailers and brands.

This role is open to machine operators from ANY manufacturing background - so if you’ve operated production machinery in food, FMCG, plastics, extrusion, automotive or similar environments, full training will be provided on packaging and slitting equipment.

The Role

Set and operate packaging conversion machinery to slit, punch and perforate plastic films
Work safely and in line with site health, safety, quality and environmental standards
Follow customer specifications throughout production runs
Carry out regular quality checks and maintain consistent output
Operate machinery in line with lean manufacturing principles to maximise efficiency
Bagging, labelling and palletising finished reels
Complete production reports and follow the production plan via line-side systems
Maintain high housekeeping standards (“clean as you go”)

About You

Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience (industry-open)
Comfortable working to specifications, schedules and quality standards
Good attention to detail and a reliable, hands-on approach
Willing to work a rotating days / nights / weekends shift pattern
Positive attitude and willingness to learn new machinery

Salary & Benefits

£30,200 basic salary
25 days holiday Bank Holidays, plus Christmas shutdown
£500 Refer a Friend scheme
Company sick pay (after 12 months’ service)
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme & employee discount platform
Flu jab & eye test vouchers
Stable, long-term role within a growing manufacturing business

If you’re an experienced machine operator looking for a secure, well-paid role with training and progression, this is an excellent opportunity