Are you an experienced Manufacturing or Production Operative? Are you interested in starting your career in the industry?

If you're searching for an opportunity to develop your skills in a manufacturing role with opportunities for career progression, look no further!

We are recruiting Production Operatives to join our team based in Lancaster. This is a role on days working an 8 hour flex, 8am - 4.30pm Mon - Fri.

Job Opportunity

Responsible for plant and equipment associated with Winder, Packaging Line and Core maker

To operate the winder and core winder ensuring efficient operation with minimum wastage in accordance with customer specifications and the Paper Machine output.

To ensure that all areas of the site are maintained to a high standard of housekeeping.

To assist where necessary to help maintain the safe, smooth, and efficient operation of the Mill in a professional and constructive manner.

Assist goods inwards with the loading and unloading of goods as and when needed.

As a Production Operative you'll be responsible for running high-speed machinery safely, efficiently, and effectively. This includes performing quality and safety checks, troubleshooting issues, and making adjustments as needed.

The main focus of this role is teamwork, safety, and working to high standards.

Production Operative Duties

Operating and monitoring machinery to ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently.
Conducting regular quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet the required standards.
Undertaking routine maintenance and cleaning of the machinery.
Assisting with the loading and unloading of materials.
Adhering to quality, health, and safety procedures and regulations.
Keeping accurate records of production output and downtime and working as a team to reach output targets.
Carrying out pre-use machinery checks, identifying any issues or faults.If you have experience or an interest in developing skills in manufacturing and production, FMCG, as a Factory Operative, Skilled Operative, Machine Operator, Production Operative, or Manufacturing Operative, apply today!

Benefits

Company pension
Life assurance
Free company products
Free on-site parking
Retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts
Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service
Free early access to pay scheme

Essential Skills

Essential to the role

Basic IT Skills & Microsoft Office Use
A recognised Health and Safety Qualification such as CIEH Level 2
LEAN Understanding
Excellent Problem-Solving ability
Good communication skills
A current Forklift Truck LicensePreferred

NVQ Level 2 which includes Math's, English or equivalent in GCSE.
Training Qualification
IPAF License
A recognised Leadership Qualification
A high level of competency and understanding of Production departments.

About Company

Northwood is a family-owned group of associated companies that provide the manufacturing, supply and transportation of paper hygiene and wiping products for both the away-from-home and consumer market.

Our mission is to be the market-leading partner of choice in the away from home tissue industry. One of only a small handful of companies in the UK market that is fully vertically integrated; Northwood is involved at each point in the supply chain, from raw material supply, tissue and towel manufacturing, end-user product converting, storage and transportation.

Our remit is huge, with a portfolio of products covering two key systems brands, professional wiping, commodity, consumer paper and private label. We sell into a distribution network spanning the UK, Ireland and Europe, which in turn service markets such as healthcare, hospitality, hotels, engineering, janitorial, catering and education.

We are a highly successful, award-winning and ambitious business that has grown from a humble paper sales business to a market leader employing over 800 colleagues, across 11 sites in the UK and Spain.

We differentiate ourselves by excelling in product quality alongside market-leading service and sales support.

DE&I

At Northwood, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is welcomed and respected. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all