Trainee Lamination Operative

Rotating Continental Shift Pattern | £15.44 per hour rising to £16.59 upon completion of training

Major Recruitment is working in partnership with a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business based in Leeds to recruit a Trainee Lamination Operative.

Our client is a long-standing, family-owned organisation with over 170 years of industry heritage and a reputation for delivering high-quality packaging solutions to some of the UK’s most recognised household brands. Operating from modern production facilities, the company continues to invest heavily in its people, technology, and future growth.

Due to continued expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Lamination Operative to join the production team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within manufacturing, offering full training, structured development, and genuine progression opportunities within a successful and growing business.

Shift Pattern

Rotating continental shift pattern:

• 2 weeks working 3 shifts per week
• 1 week working 4 shifts per week

Shift Times

• 07:00 – 19:00
• 19:00 – 07:00

Monday to Friday rotating days and nights.

Average 40 hours per week – breaks paid

The Role

As a Trainee Lamination Operative, you will be responsible for learning how to operate and manage lamination machinery within a busy production environment.

You will ensure products are manufactured to customer specifications, quality standards, and production targets while maintaining a safe and efficient working environment. Working closely with the production team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality products for major UK brands.

Full training will be provided for someone with printing experience, making this an ideal opportunity for candidates with manufacturing experience who are looking to develop specialist machine operating skills.

Benefits

• £15.44 per hour starting rate (£32,115.20 annually).
• Increase to £16.59 per hour upon successful completion of training (typically within 12 months)
• Annual salary reviews
• Average 40 hours per week
• 2 x 30-minute paid breaks per shift
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Staff store discounts
• On-site canteen facilities
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and development

Key Responsibilities

• Operate lamination machinery safely and efficiently
• Learn to run and monitor specialist lamination equipment
• Ensure the correct works documentation is used before production commences
• Complete production paperwork accurately and on time
• Maintain high quality standards and ensure products meet customer specifications
• Work towards production KPIs and quality requirements
• Organise workload in line with daily production schedules
• Monitor process controls and identify potential issues before they impact production
• Communicate machine faults or production concerns to management
• Assist with equipment maintenance and general production activities as required
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Follow site quality, environmental, and health & safety procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the department
• Provide reasonable overtime cover when required

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working within a manufacturing and printing environment
• A strong work ethic with excellent attendance and punctuality
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to work effectively within a fast-paced production environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A flexible and positive attitude towards learning new skills
• Good numeracy and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• A commitment to producing quality products right first time
• Awareness of health, safety, and environmental standards within manufacturing
• Experience of Lean Manufacturing or 5S principles would be advantageous
• Basic mechanical knowledge would be beneficial but is not essential

Due to the physical nature of the role, candidates should have a reasonable level of fitness, as duties may include lifting, bending, and manual handling activities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturing business that continues to invest in its workforce and production capabilities. Whether you’re looking to develop your existing production experience or take the next step into a specialist machine operating role, this position offers excellent long-term career prospects.

If you’re motivated, reliable, and eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Sound like the perfect fit? We’d love to see your CV. Please send us your up-to-date CV highlighting your relevant experience. If you’re shortlisted, we’ll be in touch within 2 working days.

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