Manufacturing Operative

About us Northwood is a family-owned group of associated companies that provide the manufacturing, supply and transportation of paper hygiene and wiping products for both the away-from-home and consumer market. Our mission is to be the market-leading partner of choice in the away from home tissue industry. One of only a small handful of companies in the UK market that is fully vertically integrated; Northwood is involved at each point in the supply chain, from raw material supply, tissue and towel manufacturing, end-user product converting, storage and transportation. Our remit is huge, with a portfolio of products covering two key systems brands, professional wiping, commodity, consumer paper and private label. We sell into a distribution network spanning the UK, Ireland and Europe, which in turn service markets such as healthcare, hospitality, hotels, engineering, janitorial, catering and education. We are a highly successful, award-winning and ambitious business that has grown from a humble paper sales business to a market leader employing over 800 colleagues, across 11 sites in the UK and Spain. We differentiate ourselves by excelling in product quality alongside market-leading service and sales support. About the Role Are you an experienced production or manufacturing operative or machine operator looking for a new role that offers varied tasks and a great range of benefits? We are looking for a Mill Operator - Pulper to join our team. You will be responsible for our stock preparation process ensuring the continuous flow of high-quality paper stock. If you have experience in a factory or manufacturing environment and operating a forklift truck, we want to hear from you! This is a shift based role of 2 days followed by 2 nights then 4 days off. ?Please be mindful that within the operational part of our tissue mills, you may encounter some humidity, puddles on the ground from water residue, and a scent from waste-water extraction. We minimise this as much as reasonably possible, however this is a common theme within a tissue mill setting, and we are committed to our ‘Zero Harm by Choice’ guiding principle. Job Opportunity The focus of this Mill Operator role is to be able to operate the stock preparation to a high standard of safety and good housekeeping, handle finished goods and some warehouse duties. This must be achieved while maintaining a high standard of housekeeping and working in accordance with all health and safety procedures and standards. Mill Operator – Pulper duties include: To fully understand the Stock preparation process. To be able to both start up and shutdown the Stock Preparation Plant safely and efficiently. To have a good understanding of the different waste paper types. To ensure the correct type and amount of waste and is used, by ratio & by volume. To be able to safely wrap, unwrap, weigh, stack, move, load and unload wagons. To ensure that all finished goods are stored in the correct manner This Mill Operator - Pulper role would suit candidates with experience as a Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Machine Operator, Factory Operative, Forklift Driver, or similar role. If this sounds like you, apply today! Company Benefits Company pension Life assurance Free company products Free on-site parking Food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service Free early access to pay scheme Salary sacrifice schemes Employee referral scheme Essential Skills Forklift truck experience Right to work in the UK Able to commute within 1 hour Experience in a factory or manufacturing environment NVQ Level 1 or equivalent in Maths and English DEI Statement At Northwood, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is welcomed and respected. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all.