Extrusion Operator

Coveris is a leading global manufacturer of innovative packaging solutions. At our Winsford site, we produce polythene film to strict customer expectations. We are looking for hard-working and motivated individuals to join our Blown Film operations.

This role is on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (2 days 7am-7pm, 2 nights 7pm-7am then 4 off) with a paid 1-hour lunch break and 2 x paid 15-minute breaks per shift. In addition to this working pattern, employees are contracted to work an additional 3 x 'summer cover' shifts between 1st June - 30th September each year, which are paid at 1.5x their normal shift rate.

The salary for this role begins at £31,175.20 pa. The interview process includes both maths and verbal reasoning assessments. The successful candidates will take part in an initial 13-week training period delivered by a dedicated on-site trainer plus one to one training as required. Coveris has a grading system in place with a pay increase for training grades and another pay increase for full grades to recognise and reward development and knowledge and as such, progression is both achievable and encouraged. 

Key Responsibilities

• Responsibility for the production of polythene film products to the required customer specification on production line(s).
• Completion of order and blend changes.
• Carry out and accurately record quality control checks, taking remedial action where required.
• Working to work tickets and job specification sheets, and accurately completing all production-related controlled documents, ensuring compliance to customer requirements and quality standards.
• Ensure finished product packaging is completed to specification and sufficient for customer expectation.
• Maintenance of housekeeping and hygiene standards.
• Completion of duties in a safe and responsible manner and in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
• Completion of ad-hoc duties to meet the needs of the business, subject to appropriate training.

Key Behaviours/Values

• Committed to achieving excellence in both quality and line efficiency.
• Supports and participates in the training and development of team members.
• Assists in coaching less experienced co-workers.
• Communicates in an open and honest manner demonstrating ethical and professional behaviours at all times.
• Respects the rights, differences, and dignity of all those who work in, and lead our business.
• Dependability - Takes personal ownership of all aspects of the job role.
• Self-motivated - Creates their own motivation.
• Positive attitude -Maintains a positive attitude, even in difficult situations. Able to tackle issues both big and small. Promotes team spirit and morale.

Please apply if you think you demonstrate the key values above and want an opportunity to progress within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Experience is not essential and we will consider applications from all backgrounds as a personalised training plan will be provided.

Please note our manufacturing area can get hot and you may be asked to work at height - please ensure you are happy with this, and that you are able to travel to Road One Winsford Industrial Estate, before applying. Please ensure that you have an up to date phone number and personal email address on your CV so that we are able to contact you.

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Free, onsite parking
• Life insurance
• Referral programme
• Bike2Work Scheme
• Medicash