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Job description

We are seeking Machine Operatives to join our team based in Mallusk. Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of themselves and others
• Adhere to all quality systems to ensure customer satisfaction and through ISO standards
• Ensure the maximum productivity and asset utilisation of the plant with other departments, by displaying responsibility, ownership of tasks and engagement in training and development
• Operating machinery in line with business needs in a dynamic environment
• Engage, implement and adhere to LEAN techniques and culture
• Help drive the site’s net zero energy initiatives.
• Work with other functions as to ensure efficient running of the equipment and prioritize work
• Strive for optimal speed, downtime minimisation, excellence and continuous improvement
• Accurate and timely completion of relevant paperwork.
• Optimise equipment performance and suggest, investigate and provide solutions for potential process improvements
• Liaising with the other staff to ensure products are produced on time and delivered on time to the highest standard
• Demonstrate great interpersonal skills including treating all with dignity and respect.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• 5 GCSE’s or equivalent with at least a grade C in English and Mathematics at GCSE level or equivalent
• Proven successful experience in a working in a manufacturing environment for at least 2 years
• Experience in a site with ISO 9001 systems or equivalent
• Highly motivated personality with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills capable of communicating effectively and appropriately across all levels
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to be flexible, prioritise workload, manage complexity and adapt to changing conditions.
• Practical problem-solving skills including managing conflicting work demands, multi-tasking and ability to work under pressure
• Strong analytical skills.
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team

Desirable Skills

• Experience in working in a corrugated packaging site
• Trained in the operation of corrugated packaging machinery
• Experience of setting up machinery
• LEAN qualification
• Experience in shop floor data collection systems
• IOSH qualification or equivalent safety knowledge and training
• Mechanical/Electrical/Process aptitude
• Proficient IT skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office

Further Information

This Machine Operative position is based in Mallusk, Northern Ireland. If you are interested in this role, please forward your CV to Lucyna.ganczorz@industrialtemps.com Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. Smurfit Westrock are an equal opportunities employer, and Smurfit Westrock welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex, religious or similar philosophical belief, political opinion, race, age, sexual orientation or marital status, disability or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. Smurfit Westrock practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.