Trainee Machine Operator
Start Your Career with a Global Leader in Medical Packaging
Are you practical, motivated and ready to build a long-term career?
Nelipak Elsham is looking for a Trainee Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. This is an exciting opportunity to learn a skilled profession within the medical packaging industry while working for a global business that supplies many of the world's leading medical device and pharmaceutical companies.
No previous manufacturing experience is required - we're looking for enthusiastic individuals with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a commitment to producing work to the highest standards.
Earn While You Learn
As part of this role, you'll complete a structured workplace training programme leading to a nationally recognised qualification.
You'll learn from experienced Machine Operators while gaining practical, hands-on experience every day, meaning there's no requirement to attend college or travel off-site.
What You'll Be Doing
Working alongside experienced Machine Operators, you'll gradually learn every aspect of the manufacturing process, including:
- Operating specialist production machinery safely and efficiently.
- Producing high-quality flexible packaging for the healthcare industry.
- Assisting with machine set-ups and product changeovers.
- Carrying out quality inspections and product checks.
- Recording production and quality information accurately.
- Learning manufacturing processes, machine settings and process controls.
- Supporting continuous improvement activities.
- Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards.
- Following Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures at all times.
- Working as part of a supportive production team to achieve daily production targets.
As your knowledge and confidence grow, you'll take on greater responsibility and work towards becoming a fully trained Machine Operator.
Who We're Looking For
This role would suit someone who:
- Enjoys practical, hands-on work.
- Has an interest in manufacturing, engineering or production.
- Takes pride in producing quality work.
- Has good attention to detail.
- Is reliable, enthusiastic and willing to learn.
- Works well as part of a team.
- Is committed to working safely.
- Wants to build a long-term career with opportunities to progress.
Entry Requirements
GCSE Grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
GCSE Grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent) in one or more of the following:
- Combined Science
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Design & Technology
- Engineering
- Computer Science
Career Progression
This is more than just a job - it's the start of a career!
On successful completion of your training programme and qualification, you'll have the opportunity to progress into a Machine Operator role.
At Nelipak, we're committed to developing our people and promoting from within wherever possible.
About Nelipak
Nelipak is a global leader in healthcare packaging solutions, supplying many of the world's leading medical device and pharmaceutical companies.
Our Elsham site manufactures specialist flexible packaging that helps protect healthcare products used by patients across the globe. Quality, safety, teamwork and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do, and every employee plays an important role in our success.
Additional Information
Location: The Flarepath, Elsham Wold Industrial Estate, Brigg, North Lincolnshire, DN20 0SP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
Please note: Due to the location of our site and limited public transport links, applicants should have reliable transport to travel to and from work.
If you're looking for a career where you'll gain valuable skills, achieve a recognised qualification and become part of a supportive global business, we'd love to hear from you.
Closing Date: Friday, 10th July 2026
Don't miss this opportunity to earn, learn and build a successful career with Nelipak Elsham. Apply today!
Pay: £8.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
