Klöckner Pentaplast
Machine Setter
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About kp
kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer, so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter – creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life, and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.
At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to driving positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted business partner worldwide.
Location: Featherstone, WF7
Shift Pattern: Full-time / permanent, working 12-hour 20-minute shifts rotating on days, nights, and weekends
Purpose of the Role
The Machine Setter plays a vital role in ensuring the self-sufficiency of the manufacturing team. This role is critical to:
- Ensuring smooth equipment operation
- Supporting changeovers within the manufacturing cell
- Working closely with the Operational Team Leader (OTL)
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The Machine Setter is responsible for:
- First-line maintenance
- Production changes
- Machine setting
- Process control
Key Responsibilities
- HSHE awareness ensuring a zero accident mentality
- Adherence to quality standards
- Carry out first-line maintenance to the agreed plan
- Tooling, setting, and product changeovers to plan
- Manufacturing performance to plan on a daily basis, including resolution of issues
- Process control and continuous improvement
- Process documentation
- Facilitating the training/mentoring of colleagues
- Team cover on other duties such as Machine Operative / Packing
- Problem solving within the cell
- Material movement and control
Skills and Experience
- Comprehensive Equipment, Process, and Quality training provided
- Ability to assess risk and work safely
- Mechanical qualification at level 2 or above
- Ability to follow written company procedures
- Reliable timekeeping and attendance
- Teamwork and good communication skills
- Positive attitude with a desire to develop and progress
- Attention to detail
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Problem-solving ability
- Flexibility and adaptability
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About Working at kp
If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus, then we’d love to meet you! Apply now below.
At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives, and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to foster an inclusive culture where employees feel empowered to engage using their strengths and see themselves represented in the organisation, regardless of race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.
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