Operator

Position Overview

Waddington Europe is recruiting Operators for the Thermoforming Department at our Bridgwater site.

Shift Patterns

• 3 shift pattern: 6 am 2 pm Monday Friday, 2 pm 10 pm Monday Friday, 10 pm 6 am Sunday Thursday (7.5 hours per day, full time)
• 2 shift pattern: 6 am 2 pm Monday Friday, 2 pm 10 pm Monday Friday (full time)

Responsibilities

• Operate allocated machine, ensuring product quality meets required standards.
• Load machine with appropriate material and maintain correct cycle speeds.
• Carry out all manual and visual tests/checks as per procedures.
• Label all goods leaving the department properly and attach required documentation.
• Schedule break times in advance with the Shift Manager and provide flexible coverage.
• Attend scheduled machine at start and end of shift.
• Assist in training less experienced staff and provide guidance.
• Undergo additional training to perform duties safely and effectively.
• Report defects or problems with equipment or premises to the Shift Manager, Production Manager or Maintenance personnel.
• Wear correct PPE at all times.
• Maintain hygiene and housekeeping standards (e.g. BRC).
• Report accidents or near miss incidents according to company procedure.
• Avoid interfering with or damaging company property.
• Cooperate with management to maintain a safe and healthy working environment.
• Abide by company environmental and quality management procedures.
• Perform reasonable duties requested by management, within your abilities.

What We Need From You

A positive attitude, willingness to learn and no previous operator experience required.

Benefits

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension, salary sacrifice open to all employees
• Employee Assistance Programme (free legal, financial and mental health advice)
• Life Assurance from day 1
• Long Service Awards every 5 years of service
• Above minimum holiday allowance (including Bank Holidays)
• Company sick pay after 6 months
• On site parking
• Mental Health first aid on site
• Bonuses and incentives available
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption leave
• Company social events
• Fully funded professional qualifications

Community Engagement

We support local communities through focused giving programs that promote sustainability and food hunger initiatives.

Training & Development

Continuous opportunities for advancement are offered through formal education support, industry training curricula and an LMS.