Shift Production Operators

We currently have an exciting opportunity for experienced Shift Production Operators to join our skilled team at our Workington Mill. Joining us on a full-time, permanent basis working 12 hour shifts the majority of the time, incorporating days and nights. In return you will receive a competitive salary of GBP34,766 to GBP39,631 per annum and become part of our welcoming team.

Holmen Board and Paper is a Swedish company and a member of the Holmen Group. The Workington Mill produces premium paperboard under the brand Incada. Our paperboard is an integral part of the shopping experience for our clients customers. Since 2013 we have powered the mill almost entirely by fossil fuel free energy. We value our employees and products highly. Today we are approximately 340 co-workers. Our integrated pulp and paperboard mill is located to the west of the beautiful Lake District in the north of England.

What we will offer you:

• A competitive salary ranging from GBP34,766 to GBP39,631 per annum
• Fantastic Contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• A range of benefits to support your health and wellbeing
• Opportunities to develop and grow
• Annual uniform allowance
• Occupational Health provision
• On-site staff canteen
• Cycle to work scheme
• Exclusive staff discounts and deals through Benefit Hub
• Social Club with regular events throughout the year
• Family friendly procedures including enhanced maternity leave and menopause procedure.

About the role:

We are currently recruiting for Shift Production Operators to join our Production Teams. We rely on the expertise of the Production teams to run our Mill in a safe and efficient way, and we provide full training in the range of different activities undertaken. Our Production Operators work a largely 12-hour shift rota rotating from day to nightshift (with a 24-hour break between), in a cycle which spans 34-days. Operators can enjoy 20 rest days and holidays which are built into the rota. If you re looking for the opportunity to be part of a great work community, looking to develop yourself, engage and make a positive impact with a pioneering customer and employee orientated business, we d love to hear from you.

Our Shift Production Operators will:

• Understand and adhere to the Company Safety and Environment policy.
• Carry out all necessary work to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Work as part of a team operating machinery to maximum efficiency and throughput.

What we re looking for in our Shift Production Operators:

• Level 2 qualifications in English, maths and science/ICT or significant relevant experience or relevant professional qualifications.
• Excellent teamwork, organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of production processes.
• Problem-solving abilities.

Candidates shortlisted should be available for an assessment centre onsite and should have certificates/qualifications readily available to verify.

Closing Date: 4pm, Friday 11th April 2025.

If you re looking for the opportunity to challenge yourself and make a positive impact with a pioneering customer-orientated business, we d love to hear from you. Please click apply now to be considered as our Shift Production Operators!

Holmen is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.

We are devoted and committed to developing our teams and ensuring that our staff have the courage, commitment, and responsibility to perform at their best. We provide significant resources to enable you to achieve your potential and expect our staff to perform to the best of their ability at all times.