SAICA UK are now recruiting for a Manufacturing Operative!

Manufacturing Operative – Rewind

Location: Deeside, CH5 2UA
Salary: £29,749.56 per annum + Excellent Benefits!
Contract: Full time, permanent.
Shifts: 24/5 support – 12 hour shifts, no weekends – 6am – 6pm or 6pm to 6am.
Benefits: Christmas shut down, Flu and eye test vouchers, Company Sick Pay Scheme (available after 12 months of continuous service), Refer a Friend Scheme of £500, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Employee Discount Platform

Saica is one of the leading European players in the development and production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard with a production of 2.5 million tons of paper.

With more than 10,000 employees across Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, UK, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, The Netherlands and The USA, Saica Group has four business divisions: recycled paper production for corrugated cardboard (PAPER), recyclable materials recovery (NATUR), production of corrugated packaging (PACK) and flexible packaging (FLEX).

Sustainability at Saica begins with our values – we care, we value and we challenge!

We are now recruiting for a Manufacturing Operative to join our production team in Deeside!

As our Manufacturing Operative, you will:

• Operate all rewind and inspection machinery safely and effectively, in line with company safety policies.
• Convert large printed rolls into customer-defined formats using finishing equipment.
• Ensure maximum output with minimal waste while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Act as a quality gate, inspecting materials with a strong eye for detail.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area at all times.
• Carry out basic mechanical tasks, including routine weekly safety and maintenance checks.
• Monitor key performance indicators such as conformance to plan, quality levels and waste reduction.
• Support effective communication within the production cell, escalating issues where required.

In order to be successful in this role you must have:

• Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot faults quickly.
• Ability to operate machinery confidently and safely.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety principles.
• Strong communication skills and fluent English (written and verbal).
• Ability to work under own initiative and meet tight production deadlines.
• Able to collaborate effectively as part of a shift team.
• Problem-solving capability and accurate record keeping.
• Commitment to Saica values and willingness to challenge inefficiencies.
• Ability to remain calm and focused when dealing with quality or production issues.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Safety-first mindset — never compromising on standards.

It would be great if you had:

• Knowledge of rewind and inspection procedures.
• Basic mechanical skills for low-level maintenance and troubleshooting.

Please note: A reasonable level of physical fitness is required as this role involves lifting, bending and handling materials.

Saica is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

If you feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role then please click ‘APPLY’ and submit your up to date CV and covering letter for consideration.

No agencies please.