Production Operator

City: Auchinleck (UK)    Contract Type: Full-time     Job-Code: 5884   Department: Production  

Starting Salary: £36,036 (£16.50 per hour)

Your Tasks

• Operate as a member of the team in the Lamination department.
• Ensure that the work place, equipment, vehicles and machinery are maintained in a clean and tidy condition.
• Undertake a comprehensive training programme to be able to run every aspect of the lamination department, to include boards/paper preparation, pressing, inspections, banding, fork truck and general warehouse duties.
• Attend any further training courses as required at other EGGER UK locations.
• Complete shift reports detailing production, downtime, to include any specific data required relevant to shift. Liaise with the Shift Supervisor with regard to the operations of the shift.
• Observe and comply with all safety precautions as detailed in the Health and Safety procedures and to ensure that safety equipment is in good order and used at all times.
• Ensure that the operation and related tasks are conducted in a safe working manner and that any incidents/ accidents and hazards are duly reported
• Observe and comply with the Company Quality Systems as detailed in the Quality Manual.
• Liaise with the Shift Supervisor and relevant engineering department as to the condition of the production equipment or problems.
• Provide support for holiday/ sickness/ training/ maintenance cover, to help maximise production output and efficiency when required.

Our Requirements

• Fork Lift Truck Licence however training can be provided in the first 6 months of employment.
• Basic standard of IT skills.
• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to work 12-hour shifts (4 on - 4 off), including nightshifts and required holiday cover. 

We Offer

The opportunity to join a large international manufacturing employer in the region; focused on quality, customer service, the environment and sustainability. Competitive employee benefits and pension scheme. Rewarding and varied job role. Technologically advanced systems and processes. Comprehensive induction process, progressive training and development.

Other Benefits Include:

• A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
• An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
• Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks. 
• The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
• 23 days holiday per annum.
• An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
• Tailored training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
• Free parking in a secure staff car park.

Closing Date: 06 August 2025

Your Contact

Katrina McEwan, HR, T 01290 427406