Folder Gluer Operator
Location: Porth, South Wales
Salary: £25,790 including benefits
Hours: 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday) on a permanent early shift
Join a long-established UK packaging manufacturer, renowned for producing high-quality folding cartons for some of the nation’s best-loved brands across the confectionery, beauty, and healthcare sectors.
We’re looking for an experienced Folding & Gluing Operator to join the team within a busy, high-quality production environment. This is a hands-on role where attention to detail, teamwork, and pride in your craft are key to success.
Key Responsibilities:
• Set up, operate, and maintain folding-gluing machinery to achieve top-quality production output
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency, quality, and safety
• Work closely with your Team Leader and colleagues to meet daily production and quality targets
• Conduct in-process quality checks, identifying and reporting any issues promptly
• Maintain accurate job records and ensure a clean, organised working area
What We’re Looking For:
• Previous experience operating folding-gluing machines (Signature, Vega, Bobst, or similar)
• Strong mechanical aptitude with great attention to detail
• Team-oriented, reliable, and quality-driven approach to work
• A positive, proactive attitude with flexibility to support production needs
What’s on Offer:
• 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday) – 6am to 3.30pm – 36 hours per week
• Salary of £25,790 per annum including benefits
• Competitive overtime rates – time and a half for the first 4 hours, double time thereafter
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Long-established packaging business with a reputation for innovation and quality
Be part of a business that values skill, precision, and teamwork. Apply today to join a company where your experience and attention to detail will make a real difference