GBRRecruitment Ltd is proud to be working exclusively with a modern, market-leading, sustainable and environmentally friendly packaging business in the food/FMCG sector. We are recruiting for an experienced Pouch Packaging Machine Operator to operate and set a Karlville Swiss pouch machine. This role involves producing various sizes and materials of eco-friendly, flexible packaging solutions.
This highly skilled position is ideal for someone with experience in flexible packaging and label converting machinery, preferably with pouch production experience. The role includes making three-side seal and stand-up pouches (with or without zippers), side-gusset bags, designed to hold, seal, and store food items such as rice.
The pouches produced may be plain or printed with high gloss, matte, or tactile finishes, available in K-Seal or Doy styles. Features of the pouches include rounded corners, tear notches, euroslots, reclosable zippers, and double cuts.
Duties:
* Operate and set the Karlville pouch packaging machine to produce high-quality pouches.
* Conduct changeovers to produce different sizes and materials.
* Follow packaging operation SOPs.
* Perform quality control on raw materials and finished products before dispatch.
* Adhere to food safety standards (BRC/BRCGS) and FMCG hygiene legislation.
* Set appropriate temperature and pressure on machines to meet client specifications.
* Maintain production schedules considering volumes and timeframes.
* Keep the work area tidy and compliant with health and safety requirements.
Experience Desired:
* Experience operating Karlville pouch machines or similar packaging/print machinery.
* Food/FMCG sustainable packaging manufacturing experience preferred.
* Knowledge of various packaging formats and techniques.
* Ability to set machinery for different sizes and specifications.
* Basic fault-finding skills are advantageous.
* Willingness to work rotating shifts (6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, 12-8pm Fridays), Monday to Friday.
Candidates without pouch experience but with other packaging machinery experience (bagging, filling, labelling, FFS, tray sealing, stick, sachet, thermoforming, heat sealing) are also encouraged to apply.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and expanding company equipped with state-of-the-art machinery. Apply today!
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