🚀 Packaging Technician

About the Company

Our client is a global leader in the field of chemistry, providing material solutions that are utilised across a wide range of major industries. They are now recruiting additional Packaging Technicians to join their 24/7 operation.

About the Role

Packaging Technician position located in Newport (NP19) with a pay rate of £14.59 per hour increasing to £17.17 after 12 weeks. FLT Counterbalance Licence is desirable.

Roles subject to DBS check, Drug/Alcohol tests, and Pre-Employment Medical checks.

Own transport required due to location of site.

Responsibilities:

• Operate packaging lines and equipment to deliver high-quality products.
• Ensure correct labelling, packaging type, and grade compliance.
• Maintain plant and machinery condition using 5S principles.
• Follow verbal and written instructions to complete tasks accurately.
• Adhere to Health, Safety, and Environmental policies.
• Operate a forklift truck (training provided).
• Conduct detailed shift handovers and maintain an electronic logbook.
• Collaborate with the shift team to meet objectives.
• Perform basic fault-finding on breakdowns.
• Inspect packaged goods for defects before dispatch.
• Monitor and maintain packaging material inventory levels.

Qualifications:

• FLT Counterbalance licence is desirable.

Required Skills:

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills (Face-to-face/Radio/Written/IT).
• Eager to learn and apply new skills.
• Effective team player.
• Self-motivated and proactive problem solver.
• Adaptable with a positive attitude in challenging situations.

Pay and Benefits:

• £14.17 per hour increasing to £16.67 after 12 weeks.
• Overtime payable at x1.5.
• Pay increase after 12 weeks of service.
• Pension, holiday, and sick pay.
• Free parking on site.
• Canteen on site.
• Company shares plan after a qualifying period.

If interested, please apply or call Adam/Kalum at Pertemps South Wales on .