Packer / Baler Operative
1. Location: Gateshead
2. Shifts: 7am–3pm / 3pm–11pm / 11pm–7am
3. Pay: £12.73 per hour
4. Contract: Temp to Perm opportunity
Are you looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing business that will support, train and develop you?
Westray Recruitment Group is delighted to be recruiting multiple Packer / Baler Operatives for our client based in Gateshead. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, family-owned manufacturing business that offers stability, training and the chance to secure a permanent role.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, likes being part of a busy team and takes pride in doing a job well.
What is in it for you?
5. Temp to Perm opportunity for the right candidate
6. £12.73 per hour during training
7. Shifts available: 7am–3pm / 3pm–11pm / 11pm–7am
8. Full training and ongoing support provided
9. Long-term career prospects with a growing business
10. Friday Greggs food delivery
11. Family fun days
12. Friendly, supportive working environment
The Business
Our client is a nationwide manufacturer within the packaging supply chain and has been operating since 2016. The business produces over 300 million units and continues to grow year after year.
They are a forward-thinking, family-owned organisation with a strong focus on innovation, quality and people. They are committed to supporting their workforce through training, development and opportunities to build a long-term career.
This is a great opportunity to join a business that values hard work, reliability and a positive attitude.
The Role
As a Packer / Baler Operative, you will play an important part in the day-to-day production and dispatch process. You will be responsible for packing finished goods into boxes, ensuring items are ready for shipment and helping to keep the working area clean, safe and organised.
Your duties will include:
13. Packing goods into boxes ready for shipment
14. Ensuring products are packed correctly, safely and to the required standard
15. Quality checking items for any defects or damage
16. Labelling, organising and preparing packed goods for dispatch
17. Using the baling machine to dispose of excess cardboard safely
18. Breaking down and managing cardboard waste in the production area
19. Carrying out manual handling duties, including lifting and moving stock
20. Keeping your workstation clean, tidy and safe
21. Completing basic paperwork where required
22. Supporting the wider production and warehouse team when needed
The Person
We are looking for reliable, motivated and hard-working individuals who are keen to secure a long-term role.
The ideal candidate will:
23. Be physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
24. Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
25. Be able to work in a fast-paced production or warehouse environment
26. Take pride in accuracy, quality and attention to detail
27. Be flexible and willing to support different areas of the business when required
28. Be reliable, punctual and committed to doing a good job
29. Have previous packing, production, warehouse or manufacturing experience, although full training will be provided
30. This role would suit someone who has worked as a Packer, Warehouse Operative, Production Operative, Dispatch Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Recycling Operative or General Operative.
Why Apply?
This is more than just a temporary role. For the right person, this is a genuine opportunity to build a long-term future with a successful and growing business.
You will receive training, support and the opportunity to become part of a friendly team where your hard work is noticed and valued.
To Apply
To apply for this position, please send your CV to: Industrial@westray.co.uk
Or call the team on: 0191 4926622 Option 1