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Saica Paper: Join Saica Paper, a Division of the Saica Group
At Saica Paper, a division of the Saica Group, innovation and cutting-edge technology allow us to produce 100% recycled and recyclable paper. At Saica Group, we have integrated the circular economy into our business model, embracing sustainability as the driving force to achieve a more responsible production model. At Saica Paper, you'll be part of the circle! We believe in talent, professional growth, and making a positive impact on the world.
If you're looking for a dynamic environment where every day is an opportunity to innovate and create a better world, Saica Group is the place for you!
Job: Shift Manager
Job Description
FIXED TERM CONTRACT - 2 YEARS
Shift Pattern
- 12 hour shifts
- 2x day shifts (6am - 6pm) and 2 night shifts (6pm - 6am) followed by 6 days' rest.
- Continuous shift pattern throughout the year.
Annual Shutdown/ Shutdowns
- Annual shutdown which usually lasts for 1 week. During this period, additional shifts on top of the usual rota are mandatory for all operators. Rota for this period is released a few weeks' prior to the shutdown week.
- There is a 24 hour shutdown once every 5 weeks'. During this period, additional shifts are required and mandatory. Additional shifts are stated on the rota when it is issued for the full year (usually issued October for the following year).
Annualised Hours
- Operators work on an annualised hours' basis which equates to 2087 hours per annum (including holidays).
- Excluding holidays, hours to be actually worked are 1831 per annum.
- Hours are monitored on a monthly basis and are run from January to December.
Main Responsibilities/ Tasks
Health and Safety
- Carry out H&S audits in their area of responsibility during their shift reporting any issues to the shift manager
- Actively drive the H&S standards within their area of responsibility.
- Propose H&S improvements to their shift manager/ Level 1 operator and help to implement them.
- User of the electronic permit issuing system, working party team member, sign on risk assessments and Isolation Technician
- Feedback on Standard operating procedures where deficiencies found and feedback to shift manager and level 1 operator
- Ensure all mandatory training courses are complete where required
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Environment
- Understand the procedures on management of potential environmental threats and report to their shift manager/ operator level 1
Quality
- Perform quality checks and if product doesn’t meet the required specifications report to shift manager/ operator level 1 for escalation.
- Drive the ECO process ensuring team compliance
Operational Tasks
- Operate the paper machine process ensuring the paper machine runs efficiently
- Carry out quality checks where required
- React correctly to alarms actioning and reporting as required
- Support level 1’s in safe and efficient start up and shutdown of the plant
- Support level 1’s on maintenance shutdowns ensuring the required tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
- Manage housekeeping ensuring they are completing daily housekeeping tasks and monitoring the highest standards are maintained.
- Focus on continuous improvement, suggesting improvements there shift manager/ level 1
- Carry out total preventative maintenance and shift routines, plant walks identifying and reporting issues
- Support level 1’s in resolving problems and finding solutions to current issues
- Form part of emergency response team ensuring all training is completed where required
- Support the shift manager and level 1’s when required
- Step up as level 1 where ability allows (matrix sign off)
Working Conditions
The working conditions can vary depending on the role being undertaken but examples of types of conditions which can be experienced are as follows;
- Hot, dusty, wet and noisy
- Some circumstances may involve working in confined spaces or at height
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Work Experience
General Manufacturing Operations
Education
NVQ (National Vocational Qualification): Paper Manufacturing
Worker Type
Regular
Why Choose Us
By joining the Saica Group, you're choosing more than a job – you're choosing a purpose-driven career that aligns with your values. You'll collaborate with like-minded individuals to shape a sustainable future, making a meaningful contribution to our world.
Saica Group is committed to Occupational Risk Prevention for its employees and partner companies, Environmental Protection, the Quality of its products and services, and Equal Opportunities between men and women.
In our work, we strive to maintain a balance between professional and personal life. All CVs received will be handled in accordance with Personal Data Protection legislation and will be archived unless the candidate expressly requests their cancellation or rectification in writing.
Join us today and shape tomorrow's sustainable solutions with the Saica Group.
About Saica Group
Saica Group offers sustainable paper solutions for the manufacture of corrugated board and flexible packaging, promoting circularity in waste management. With more than 12,000 employees and a presence in 11 countries (Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and the United States), Saica Group has four business lines: the production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard (Saica Paper), waste management and environmental services (Saica Natur), the production of corrugated board packaging (Saica Pack), and flexible packaging (Saica Flex).
The group's revenue is € 3.620 million (consolidated sales as of 31 December 2023).
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