Box Making Machine Operator

Job Title: Box Making Machine Operator

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire

Salary: Dependent upon experience

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: 07:30 - 16:30 Monday - Thursday & 07:30 - 14:00 Friday

Seddon Boxes is looking for an experienced Box Making Machine Operator to join our production team in Kettering. We manufacture quality rigid boxes and premium packaging for a wide range of customers, and we need someone who takes pride in producing consistently high standards of work.

The Role:

You will be responsible for setting up and operating rigid box making machinery, achieving production targets and maintaining quality throughout each job.

Your responsibilities will include:

Setting up and changing over machinery accurately and efficiently.
Checking job specifications, materials and approved samples before production.
Producing and obtaining approval for first-off samples before starting the run.
Monitoring box dimensions, appearance, fit and finish throughout production.
Identifying and resolving operating faults, escalating issues where required.
Reducing waste, downtime and unnecessary material usage.
Recording production quantities, waste, setup times and downtime accurately.
Maintaining correct pallet quantities, stacking patterns and clear identification.
Carrying out routine cleaning, operator maintenance and safety checks.
Working closely with planning, quality and other production colleagues to complete orders on time.
Supporting the training and development of other operators when requiredAbout you:

We are looking for someone with:

Previous experience setting up and operating rigid box making machinery.
A good understanding of rigid box production, materials and quality requirements.
Strong practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
The ability to work independently and take ownership of machine performance.
A reliable, organised approach and a willingness to support colleagues.
A commitment to safe working practices and a tidy working area.
Experience with Emmeci MC92 machinery would be an advantage.What We Offer:

Pay reflecting your skills and experience.
The opportunity to take ownership of your machine and contribute to production improvements.
Further training and development.
A varied role producing quality packaging within an established manufacturing business.Additional Information:

You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this vacancy. Recruitment agencies need not apply.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of: Rigid Box Machine Operator, Packaging Machine Operator, Print Finishing Machine Operator, Carton Machine Operator, Machine Minder, Machine Operator, may also be considered for this role