Gluing Operator - Leyland, United Kingdom - Kairos Recruitment Group

Kairos Recruitment Group

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Leyland, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

Gluing Operator

Leyland, Lancashire

Salary; (Negotiable depending on experience)

Hours; Mon to Thurs 6am-2pm 2pm-10pm rotating & Friday 6am-11.30am 11.30am-5.00pm

(Some flexibility may be required during periods of excessive demand).

Company:
Founded in 2014, this packaging company produce specialist printed, folded cartons.

Overview:

Setting up and efficient running of the gluing machinery (Signature 135 Signature 110 & J Pack Diana & J Pack Vesta) within the company's operations.

Role:

Ensure the smooth running of the gluing machines producing high quality cartons
Make ready and run machines
Install feeder bars and adjust guide assembly and folding mechanism according to carton dimensions and work order specifications, using hand tools.
Fill glue reservoir, load feed mechanism with carton blanks
Follow instructions given on the works job docket regarding run speeds and special instructions.
Carry out quality checks at predetermined intervals throughout the running of the job.
Instruct gluing assistants as to what they should be doing i.e. packaging and inspection requirements.
Have good working relationships with all individuals and departments
Ensure that the machine is kept clean and tidy at all times and that maintenance programmes are followed and documented.
Report any faults immediately to the Production Manager.
Ability to deal with and speak to engineers directly, depending on the nature of the fault.
Carry out regular stock checks of consumables and spare parts, informing the relevant people when they require reordering sufficiently in advance to avoid shortages.
As a member of small team you will be expected to cover for absenteeism and holidays and will perform any other duties as and when required.
Have a degree of personal flexibility as you may be expected, from time to time, to assist other departments when work goes quiet.
Ensure activities meet with and integrate with organisational requirements for, health and safety, hygiene and quality standards, legal stipulations, environmental policies and general duty of care.

Requirements:

Previous experience and a thorough understanding of the print/packaging industries and related businesses.
Have previous experience of operating Carton gluing machines
Preferably have experience of running the following machines
Signature 135 Signature 110 & J Pack Diana & J Pack Vesta
Ability to work with mínimal supervision
Ability to work on projects of diverse scope
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to prioritise, organize and follow through
Ability to work well under pressure
Professional and confidential manner at all times
Demonstrated integrity towards colleagues and customers
Enthusiastic and open to change
Team worker with good people skills
Disciplined approach to achieving objectives and targets

Key words; gluing operator / gluer / cartons / folder gluer

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£20,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits: