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Print assistant

Bristol (City of Bristol)
Graphic Packaging International
Print assistant
Posted: 22h ago
Offer description

Graphic Packaging International has a rich and dynamic history in Europe. We are a leader in packaging design and innovation, serving hundreds of the worlds most recognised brands. You have probably purchased food, beverages or other consumer products sold in our packaging.

Our converting facility in Yate has been a longstanding and successful supplier of folding cartons for the international beverage markets since 1946. We provide innovative packaging solutions across a range of cartons to meet our customer needs. As one of the world's largest manufacturers of folding cartons, unbleached paperboard, coated recycled board, microwave packaging and machinery, we continue to set new standards for our industry. We are always looking ahead to help our customers meet changing consumer demands and their business goals.

Print Assistant

Job Purpose: Working as a key member of the printing team, you will assist in making ready, running and maintaining the print machine in a safe manner, whilst ensuring optimum output to a high quality standard. Conduct ancillary tasks to maintain the print machine with raw materials and sundries.

Main Duties:

* Assist the department to achieve target run speeds and obtain optimum performance.
* Follow Pecas plan and coordinate material supply with the fork lift driver.
* Produce Pecas tickets for scrap, rejected or returned loads and to secure loads prior to removal from area.
* Assist in the preparation of subsequent jobs and during make readies to achieve efficient change over between jobs, minimising lost production time.
* Ensure machine area is kept clean and tidy.
* Help machine crews to achieve efficient running and cover meal breaks.
* Carry out all duties in a safe and efficient manner whilst conforming to H&S procedures.
* Present loads to press to the highest standard to generate high quality and efficient production.
* Input Pecas information accurately for all load details and report any shortages or material problems.
* Produce loads consumed report and check its content.
* Ticket all loads removed from feeder and return to stock (inform shift manager).
* Perform a timely and thorough handover with the oncoming shift to include safety, plan, machine condition and quality.
* Participate and contribute to all activities to improve safety, quality, productivity and lean initiatives.

This is a summary of the main duties of this position. The Company reserve the right to require the role-holder to undertake such additional tasks or duties as may be within their capabilities and abide by all reasonable rules and instructions given by the Company.

Main Skills and Personal Attributes:

Learning on the Fly - Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.

Priority Setting - Spends time and the time of others on what's important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus.

Action Oriented - Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things an individual sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others

Drive for Results - Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

Composure - Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn't show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.

Requirements:

v NVQ in Printing would be advantageous

v Demonstrate printing knowledge

v Experience in a manufacturing environment

Company Core Values:

Integrity - Acts with honesty in actions and in communicating with others. Leads by example. Keeps promises, meets commitments and takes pride in work. Respects policies and lives up to the trust others place in them.

Relationships - Has a positive attitude. Communicates in an open and direct manner. Considers the needs of others before taking action. Uses differences as an opportunity to explore new ideas, increase understanding and combine strengths.

Accountability - Takes personal responsibility for doing the job to the best of their ability. Acts with initiative, learns from experiences, shares knowledge and strives to continually improve performance. Is dependable and can be counted on to deliver results. Looks out for the safety of others. Effectively utilises resources.

Teamwork - Shares goals and works with others to achieve them. Encourages others to be involved and supports their ideas. Helps others without being asked. Reaches across departments and Business Units to increase knowledge and gain experience. Celebrates successes.

Respect - Values the unique skills and abilities of others. Actively listens to other employee's ideas and honours diverse opinions. Appreciates everyone's contributions and recognises accomplishments. Shows common courtesy to others and customers. Actively works to maintain an environment that is open, honest, supportive and fulfilling

Benefits

* Pension scheme
* Life insurance
* Cycle to work scheme
* Referral program
* Gym discount

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £32,476.00 per year

Benefits:

* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme

Ability to commute/relocate:

* Bristol BS37 5NG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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