Conversion / Slitter Machine Operator
Wigan
Permanent – 12-hour Continental Shifts
Starting salary £30,000
An established manufacturing site in Wigan is offering an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within a modern, forward-thinking production environment.
This business supplies high-quality flexible packaging products to major UK retailers and food suppliers. With a strong focus on sustainability, efficiency, and continuous improvement, they’re looking for someone who wants to grow, develop, and be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team.
The business offers genuine opportunities for growth and progression as well as offering full training, so if you’re looking to join a business where you can learn new skills and advance your career, please continue reading…
About the Role
You’ll join the production department as a Conversion/Slitter Machine Operator, responsible for setting and running machinery that slits, punches and perforates a range of plastic film products.
Key duties include:
* Setting and operating conversion/slitting machinery in line with customer specifications
* Carrying out macro punch and micro perforation work
* Maintaining quality throughout the production run, including regular sample checks
* Working to lean manufacturing processes to maximise machine uptime
* Bagging, labelling and palletising finished reels
* Using a line-side computer system to follow production schedules
* Completing daily production reports, including weights and meterage
* Maintaining a clean, safe working environment at all times
Skills &; Experience
* Experience within a manufacturing or production environment as a machine operator / setter (ideal but not essential)
* Ability to follow technical instructions and customer specifications
* Reliable, proactive, and able to work safely to site procedures
* Comfortable with physical aspects of the role (lifting, bending, moving materials)
* Strong attention to detail and quality standards
* Able to work on the below shift pattern.
Shift Pattern (4-week Continental)
* Week 1: 4 nights, 3 off
* Week 2: 3 days, 1 off, 3 nights
* Week 3: 3 off, 4 days
* Week 4: 7 off
What’s on Offer
* Friendly, inclusive team culture
* Free on site parking
* Clear routes for progression and upskilling
* Employee of the Month awards
* 22 days’ holiday including bank holidays
* Company sick pay after qualifying period
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Staff discounts platform
* Eye test vouchers
* Free tea/coffee
Interested?
If you’re hardworking, reliable, and looking for a role where you can develop your skills in a fast-moving manufacturing environment, please apply today.