Machine Operator

Job Purpose

To perform all duties of a Machine Operator, ensuring the effective running of gluing machines to their optimum potential, adhering to stringent quality standards to deliver quality products on time while working safely and in compliance with established safe systems of working.

Key Responsibilities Production

• Prepare and run machines to their optimum potential, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Comply with current systems of working, including established shift patterns.
• Achieve daily/weekly production targets.
• Adhere to established quality standards within the guidelines of the quality systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives in production.
• Provide cover as required for process operatives.
• Log and record duties performed in SFDC.

Maintenance

• Maintain all machinery and equipment in line with planned maintenance programs.
• Keep the work area clean and tidy, maintaining high standards of housekeeping.
• Work proactively with the engineering department to log faults and improve machine performance.
• Participate in fault finding and correcting malfunctions on the machine.
• General housekeeping of the machine and surrounding areas.

Health and Safety

• Work and encourage others to work safely, adhering to health and safety procedures.
• Report all accidents, dangerous occurrences, and non-conformances to management.

Person Specification

• Results driven and quality focused.
• Flexible and prepared to work shifts to meet business needs.
• Experience with Alpina, Media, Signature or Jagenberg machines is a distinct advantage.
• Methodical approach to work.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Problem solving abilities.
• Adaptable to change.
• Willingness to learn.

Additional Requirements

• Uphold and promote Smurfit Westrock's values and behaviours.
• Prepare to take on additional responsibilities and other duties as required to meet business needs.

Environmental, Health and Safety

It is your responsibility to cooperate with Smurfit Westrock in relation to all health, safety and environmental topics. This includes following the practices taught during training and adhering to the company health, safety, and environmental policies. You will be expected to work in accordance with local site practices and not to interfere with or misuse anything provided for your health, safety or welfare.