Production Operative

Position Overview

Machine Operator – Packaging – Thrapston, NN14 4QS

Full‑time, Permanent.

Pay & Hours

Starting salary: £33,347.15, increasing to £35,813.84 after successful completion of probation.

Shift pattern: Double Days (6am – 2pm / 2pm – 10pm) Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Operate rotary dye‑cut and case maker machines.
• Produce high quality corrugated cardboard packaging solutions.
• Maintain production standards and customer specifications.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with the conversion team to improve processes.

Qualifications & Skills

• Hands‑on operational experience.
• Customer‑focused attitude.
• Strong communication skills.
• Team oriented and dependable.
• Health and safety compliant.
• Ability to learn and apply new processes.

Experience & Education

Work experience in production, preferably in packaging or related.

Education: NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) Paper Manufacturing Worker or equivalent.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave (maternity/adoption/paternity).
• Physical and mental wellness programmes.
• Sick pay scheme after 12 months of continuous service.
• Employee discount platform, eye test voucher.
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Home Tech Scheme, subsidised canteen.
• Annual holiday entitlement: 20 days + bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year to a maximum of 25 days.

Location & Facilities

Thrapston, ideally located just off the A14. Free onsite parking available.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Saica Group is committed to equal opportunities between men and women and promotes a balanced professional and personal life.

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