Essity
FLT Operator - Shift
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FLT Operator based Stubbins Mill, Ramsbottom
(This is a shift based role)
Who we are?
We are a leading global hygiene and health organisation dedicated to improving well-being through products and solutions that are essential for everyday life. We are home in the UK to brands such as Cushelle, Plenty, Velvet, Bodyform, Tena & Tork. We have 36,000 employees globally and 1600 in the UK and ROI, with sales in approximately 150 countries.
What We Offer
Here at Essity, our greatest asset is our people so we make sure that our employee rewards and benefits make you feel that you are a valued part of us.
- Excellent starting salary
- Annual salary reviews
- 10% employee pension contribution
- Essity rewards discount platform
- Staff product and discounts
- Employee referral bonus
- Christmas incentive
About The Role
This role is responsible for safely operating a production line to manufacture products in accordance with defined specifications and standard operating procedures. As a member of the shift team, the operator is accountable for the performance of the assigned machinery. The Intermediate Operator possesses the skills required to efficiently operate and sustain the equipment and processes, ensuring consistent and reliable production. This role is predominantly an FLT Operator role.
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What You Will Do
- Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to our I Care journey, ensuring a safe, healthy, and sustainable work environment.
- Operate production processes and equipment efficiently and in accordance with established standards.
- Apply process controls consistently to maintain stable and reliable operations.
- Understand machine operation and functionality, performing CIL activities and basic mechanical maintenance as needed.
- Lead small changeovers and support smooth transitions between production runs.
- Order, prepare, and correctly install raw materials following Standard Operating Procedures.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with both the previous and next shifts, as well as with all team members involved in machine operation.
- Uphold excellent housekeeping standards throughout the work area.
- Ensure product quality by performing regular checks against specifications, rejecting or blocking non‑conforming products when necessary.
- Accurately complete all required production documentation and data records.
Who You Are
- FLT licence is essential
- Experience working as an operator in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven ability to operate complex machinery or production equipment and understand related processes.
- Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving minor technical or mechanical issues.
- Experience contributing to process optimization or improving production efficiency.
- Familiarity with safety protocols, equipment maintenance procedures, calibration, inspections, and cleaning activities.
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What We Can Offer You
We offer the opportunity to work for a leading global organisation with the potential to advance your career within the fast-moving manufacturing environment.
At Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.
At Essity, we embrace the individual and recognise the remarkable power that can be harnessed when different ideas, backgrounds, experiences, and perspective come together. If you apply for a job at Essity, you can be sure that the only criteria we consider for selection is professional experience, qualifications, key job-related attributes and working values.
What's next?
Essity kindly but firmly declines direct contact with recruiting and staffing agencies, as well as job advertising sellers.
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Application End Date: 05 Oct 2026
Job Requisition ID: Essity265461
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