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Cut and Crease Operative

New Appointment Group
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Aylesford, Kent ME20, England

Salary

£35,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job opportunity is for a Cut & Crease Operative with a salary range of £30,000 to £36,500 per annum.
  • Candidates are expected to have experience in the packaging or greetings card sector, with a focus on operating B1 and Large Format Cut and Crease Machines.
  • The role involves troubleshooting production issues, performing quality checks, and managing machine maintenance among other responsibilities.
  • Shift patterns include 6am to 2pm, 2pm to 10pm, and 10pm to 6am, with a requirement to cover night shifts as needed.
  • Benefits include 25 days of holiday, a workplace pension, and opportunities for overtime pay at a rate of 1.5 times the standard hourly rate.

Job Opportunity: Cut & Crease Operative

Salary: £30,000 - £36,500 per annum

Shift Patterns: 6am to 2pm / 2pm to 10pm / 10pm to 6am (Must be willing to cover Nights)

40 hours per week with paid breaks

Main Responsibilities:

  • Operate B1 and Large Format Cut and Crease Machines with various materials
  • Troubleshoot and resolve production issues
  • Record job production data in the IM system
  • Repair, adjust, and log tooling and dies as needed
  • Handle minor machine breakdowns and perform scheduled maintenance
  • Keep machines clean, safe, and operational
  • Perform quality checks and maintain consumable stock
  • Manage waste disposal, tooling, and material setup, including use of the pile-turner
  • Complete necessary administrative tasks and IMS data entry
  • Move and charge pallets and equipment as required
  • Perform general housekeeping and equipment checks
  • Cover responsibilities for absent Cut & Crease Assistants
  • Train and support new C&C Operatives and Assistants
  • Train and support new C&C Operatives and Assistants
  • Perform other tasks as directed by management

Skills and Attributes

  • Team player with ability to work independently
  • Skilled at prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines
  • Calm under pressure
  • Eager to learn and develop
  • Strong communication with solid interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Experience in packaging/greetings card sector is desirable
  • Organised and methodical
  • Willingness to work Overtime when needed

Benefits:

  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • 25 Days holiday (Plus Bank Holidays)
  • 20% Shift Premium Payable when on night shift
  • Workplace Pension
  • Training on all relevant IMS's and personal development in line with the role
  • Overtime available, paid at X1.5 standard hourly rate

Please submit your CV (in Word) and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and explaining why you are interested in this role to:

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