Multi Point Gluer / Production Operative
Location-East Kilbride
Day Shift hours- 7am – 3.15pm Mon – Thurs & 7am – 2pm Friday
Company Overview
Boxshop was established in 1986 and is the largest sheet plant in Scotland manufacturing corrugated cardboard boxes and packaging. Experts in delivering bespoke corrugated boxes, pallet packs, display packaging and supply chain solutions across a variety of industry sectors, the Boxshop team has the manufacturing capability, structure, and expertise to make it possible.
Employing over 115 of the best corrugated professionals in the industry, immense pride is taken in delivering a professional service drawing on extensive industry and product knowledge, a wide machinery portfolio and best practice production processes.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced gluer operator to join our busy manufacturing team. You’ll be responsible for running, monitoring, and maintaining machinery used in the production and conversion of corrugated cardboard products.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, has a keen eye for detail, and wants to grow within a stable and supportive company.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow all safety, housekeeping, and company operating procedures.
- Work effectively as part of a team to meet daily production targets.
- Operate and monitor production machinery (e.g. Casemakers, Flatbed Die-Cutters, Gluers, Rotary Die-Cutters, Flexographic Printers)
- Perform quality checks to ensure all products meet required specifications.
- Load raw materials and ensure smooth flow through the production process.
- Carry out basic machine maintenance/cleaning and report any issues promptly.
Skills & Experience Required
- Setting & running Multi Point Gluers
- Understanding of health & safety procedures.
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work to deadlines and follow production schedules
Desirable
- Experience operating Flatbed Die-Cutters, Casemakers, Flexographic Printers.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment (preferably packaging or cardboard industry) Although this is not a necessity.
- Forklift license or other relevant machine operation certification
What We Offer
- Employee referral scheme.
- Workplace pension scheme.
- Workplace support service (24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing)
- Cycle to work scheme and other benefits.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Full training and ongoing development.
If you know of anyone interested, then please ask them to send their CV and a short cover letter to [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.00-£17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
