Conversion Operative

Converting Operative

Sunderland

£14.00 per hour (rising to £14.92 once fully competent)

Continental Shifts (4 on / 4 off)

Temp to Perm Opportunity

Manpower are recruiting on behalf of our client based in Southwick, Sunderland for a Converting Operative to join their production team.

Role Summary

As a Converting Operative, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient operation of machinery within the Converting department, including lamination, slitting, and bagging processes. You will play a key role in ensuring production targets are met while maintaining high-quality standards and minimising waste and downtime.

Key Responsibilities

- Operate converting machinery including slitters and laminators

- Monitor production processes to ensure quality standards are consistently met

- Identify and report any production issues to supervisors

- Handle and manoeuvre reels using appropriate lifting equipment

- Carry out quality checks (e.g. glue weights, slitting tolerances)

- Remove and rework defective materials in line with customer requirements

- Accurately complete production logs and input data into systems

- Ensure compliance with line clearance procedures during changeovers

- Maintain traceability through accurate paperwork and labelling

- Perform routine machine safety checks and cleaning schedules

- Quarantine non-conforming products and complete relevant documentation

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

- Contribute to improvements in health & safety, quality, and efficiency

- Support waste reduction and environmental initiatives

- Work in line with company standards, including ISO 14001 and industry accreditations

- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and hygiene

Key Requirements

Qualifications:

- GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English (Grade 3/C or above)

Experience:

- Experience in a manufacturing, FMCG, or production environment preferred

- Print/conversion experience desirable but not essential

Skills & Attributes:

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy

- Good organisational and time management skills

- Effective communication skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Reliable, flexible, and self-motivated

- Good IT literacy

- Strong awareness of health and safety

Shift Pattern

- Continental shifts: 4 on / 4 off

- 2 days: 6:00am - 6:00pm

- 2 nights: 10:00pm - 6:00am

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