Operator

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business.

Waddington Europe™ - a Novolex brand, is a European food packaging specialist.

We are a highly experienced and trusted supplier of food packaging solutions across a wide range of categories including bakery, dairy, fruit, produce, protein, prepared, food-to-go, confectionery, pet food and much more.

Environmental sustainability is at the heart of all our business decisions, and we are committed to minimising the impact of our activities on the environment.

We actively work with suppliers, customers and contractors to improve their environmental performance and source only from suppliers who meet our code of conduct.

How You'll Perform The Role

Waddington Europe has a vacancy for an Operator to work at our Arklow site.

It doesn’t matter if you’ve no previous operator experience because we offer a full training programme. All we ask for is a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

Responsible for the operation and packing of product of allocated machine, ensuring the quality of the product is at the required standard and working within the Company’s accredited standards and health and safety requirements as well as assisting with tool changing and new staff training as required.

This role is available on a rotating 3 week shift pattern, working 7.5 hours per day, full time.

What We Need From You

• Ensure that each machine is loaded with the appropriate material and boxes, pallets, labels etc. are prepared based on the production schedule
• Ensure that the machine is operated correctly and pack product at the appropriate cycle speeds to maintain production to the required level and the packing specification is followed accurately
• Understand fully all procedures and ensure that all tests/checks both manual and visual are carried out as well as metal detection as required
• Ensure all goods leaving the department are labelled appropriately (internal/external) fit for purpose, secured and fully covered and that all required documentation is attached
• Understand the different types of materials used and ensure that skeletal waste is segregated correctly
• Ensure that all official break times are approved in advance by the Shift Manager and be flexible in their approach to taking breaks to ensure adequate cover/staff is available on the production floor
• Ensure that you are present at your appointed machine at the start and end of the shift
• Act as a mentor to less experienced members of the team, assist with their training and to offer help and guidance whenever possible
• Undergo additional training as and when required to perform their respective duties safely and effectively
• Report any defects or problems with the equipment or premises to Production Management or Maintenance personnel as appropriate
• Ensure that the correct PPE is worn at all times
• Maintain hygiene and housekeeping standards (e.g. BRC) at work area and throughout the factory
• Report any accidents or incidents of near misses as set out according to Company procedure
• Provide cover on machines as and when the need may arise i.e. for breaks, holidays, sick leave etc
• Promote a continuous improvement culture
• Follow the training plan, taking on additional duties as outlined to move through the grades of the position
• Comply with all policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy working environment is maintained
• Abide by the company’s environmental and quality management procedures
• Carry out any reasonable duties we request that are within your abilities, irrespective of grade/skill level

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. Below is an example of some of the benefits we offer:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension – as well as salary sacrifice open to ALL employees
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free legal, financial and mental health advice
• Life Assurance - from day 1
• Long Service Awards for each 5 years of service
• Above minimum holiday allowance (with Bank Holidays on top)
• Company sick pay after 6 months
• On-site parking
• Mental Health first aider on-site
• Bonus’ and incentives available
• Company enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption leave
• Refer A Friend scheme
• Company social events
• Onboarding bonus (terms and conditions apply)
• Fully funded professional qualifications