Packaging Production Roles – Folding & Gluing Department
Location: Porth, South Wales
Hours: 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday), permanent early shift
Salary: £25,790 – £33,000 (depending on experience)
Join a long-established UK packaging manufacturer, proudly producing high-quality folding cartons for some of the nation's best-loved brands across the confectionery, beauty, and healthcare sectors.
We're expanding our Folding & Gluing Department and have opportunities for both a Packaging Production Team Leader and a Folding & Gluing Operator. Whether you're an experienced operator looking to progress or a proven leader ready for a new challenge, this is a chance to join a respected business known for its quality, innovation, and supportive culture.
If you don't have experience in this area of packaging but do have transferable experience from another FMCG market and wish to kickstart your career within the finishing department of a highly reputable business, this is ok too
What You'll Do:
* Set up, run, and maintain folding-gluing machinery (Signature, Vega, Bobst or similar)
* Ensure smooth, high-quality production and minimise downtime
* Maintain safety, quality, and housekeeping standards across all operations
* Work collaboratively with planning, quality, and maintenance teams
What We're Looking For:
* Proven experience operating folding-gluing machinery
* Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
* Team-focused approach, with supervisory experience preferred for the Team Leader role
* Positive, proactive attitude and commitment to quality
What's on Offer:
* 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday, 6am–3.30pm – 36 hours)
* Competitive pay and overtime rates (time and a half for the first 4 hours, double time thereafter)
* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Stable, growing packaging business with opportunities to progress
Be part of a company where craftsmanship, teamwork, and quality are truly valued.
Apply today to find out more.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,790.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
Application question(s):
* Do you have proven experience operating folding-gluing machinery?
Work Location: In person