Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go‑to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. It is dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by its values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, Smurfit Westrock is committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where it operates.
Role
Smurfit Westrock, the global leader in paper‑based packaging, is offering opportunities at its Belfast‑based plant in Mallusk Newtownabbey. The Belfast plant is the largest pharmaceutical packaging facility in Ireland and has been in existence for over 150 years. It offers secure full‑time employment with excellent career development opportunities, highly competitive salary and employee incentives.
Label Leaflet Operator – Pharmaceutical Packaging
We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator to join our Belfast site. This is a key role within a regulated manufacturing environment where quality, accuracy and compliance are essential.
Job Purpose
The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation and routine maintenance of label machinery, ensuring all work meets Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, customer specifications and internal quality requirements. The operator will also take ownership of the application of Label Leaflet products, maintain quality and colour consistency, and contribute to continuous improvement and right‑first‑time production.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Machine Care
- Carry out machine setup, routine checks and planned maintenance in line with the company maintenance programme
- Maintain excellent housekeeping around the machine and work area
- Work closely with engineering to report faults and improve machine reliability
- Assist with fault‑finding and resolving machine issues
Production & Quality
- Set up and run the Prati Application Machine
- Meet daily, weekly and monthly production targets
- Maximise machine efficiency and minimise downtime
- Support continuous improvement and participate in improvement projects
- Work in accordance with company procedures to comply with Health & Safety requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- At least 1 year’s experience operating Label Leaflet machinery
- Ability to take ownership of output and product quality
Person Specification
- Results‑driven with a strong focus on quality
- Flexible and able to work a double‑day shift pattern, Monday to Friday
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication skills
- Confident problem‑solver with a proactive mindset
- Adaptable and open to change
Opportunities for Progression
Skilled operators who demonstrate initiative, leadership and strong technical ability will have opportunities to progress into:
- Senior Machine Operator roles
- Crew Leader or Shift Leader positions
- Technical specialist or trainer roles
- Continuous improvement or project roles
Benefits
- Free onsite parking
- Enhanced pension contributions
- 195 hours flexible holiday allowance, plus 8 annual bank holidays
- Cycle to work scheme
- Company sponsored education opportunities
- Employee perks and discount platform
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Reward and recognition initiatives & long‑service awards
- Shift premium paid in addition to basic salary
- Opportunities for voluntary overtime paid at a premium rate
Equal Opportunity Statement
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
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