Nesting Machine Operator

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At Graphic Packaging International (GPI), our products are part of everyday life—from the paper cup holding your morning coffee, to the packaging protecting your favourite foods and beverages. As a global leader in paper-based packaging, we partner with some of the world’s most recognisable brands across food, beverage, household, personal care, and pet care.

With more than 25,000 employees across 130+ locations worldwide, we are proud to be a diverse, collaborative, and innovative team committed to excellence, sustainability, and community impact.

If you want to be part of a business that makes a world of difference—this is your opportunity.

We are hiring a Nesting Operator

Location: Newburn site, NE15 8SG
Shift Pattern: Days initially then Continental 12‑hour shifts
Training: Full training provided

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Nesting Operator to join our production team. You will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining nesting machinery to produce high‑quality packaging in line with customer specifications, while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency at all times.

Full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate the nesting machine in line with works orders and customer specifications
  • Obtain and prepare all required materials, including glue, cut/creased cartons, parts, consumables, and works tickets
  • Set and adjust machine parameters, including feeder, delivery, and carton transfer, to achieve the highest quality output
  • Prepare samples for approval and maintain consistent quality throughout production runs
  • Carry out line clearance and full clean-downs in line with SOPs after each order
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance in accordance with the monthly maintenance plan, including adjustments and replacement of feed belts, blades, and other components
  • Report any machine faults, breakdowns, or quality issues immediately
  • Accurately complete all production, quality, and safety documentation, including guard checks
  • Monitor carton quality throughout the job, checking colour, glue application, alignment, pressure marks, and overall finish
  • Ensure compliance with PS9000 and BRC/IoP standards for quality, hygiene, housekeeping, and in‑process inspection
  • Maintain full compliance with HSE health and safety requirements at all times
  • Direct and supervise other team members working on the nesting machines, ensuring their safety at all times
  • Train and support new or existing team members, ensuring understanding of machine controls and standard operating procedures
  • Carry out effective shift handovers, ensuring clear communication of instructions and issues
  • Provide cover for holidays and sickness as required
  • Maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, management, customers, and third‑party visitors

Working Hours

  • Initial shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm (first 8 weeks)
  • Thereafter: Continental 12‑hour shift pattern

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience in a manufacturing or machine‑operating environment (preferred but not essential)
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • A safety‑focused approach to work
  • Ability to follow procedures and complete documentation accurately
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Willingness to learn and develop new skills

How to Apply

If you would like to make a real difference with a market‑leading global company, please apply with your CV and a short covering letter explaining why you are interested in this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £26,208.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Free flu jabs
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 8SG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Manufacturing: 1 year (required)
  • Packaging: 1 year (preferred)
  • Machine operation: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

  • English (required)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Location:

  • Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 8SG (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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