Permanent

Slitter Machine Operator

Manpower UK

Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4RS

£26000.00 - £27500 per annum

Posted: 20 May 2026 (1 week ago)

Closing date: 18 June 2026

Ref: BBBH436723

Apply Save

About the Role

A permanent Slitter Machine Operator position is available in Evesham, offering an annual salary between £26,000 and £27,500. The role is based within a manufacturing business in the flexible packaging sector, operating on a continental shift pattern that provides extended time off. Reporting to the Shift Manager, the operator will safely and efficiently run a slitting machine to produce finished goods that meet quality specifications. Key responsibilities include setting up jobs according to product specifications and completing relevant paperwork. The position offers structured training and a clear pay progression following probation. Candidates should possess experience in machine operation within a production environment and a commitment to safety standards.

Machine Operator

Evesham, Worcestershire
£26,000-£27,500 + benefits

The Opportunity

We''re partnering with a well-established manufacturing business within the flexible packaging sector that is looking to add a Machine Operator to its Finishing team on a permanent basis.
This is a long term opportunity within a safety focused production environment, offering structured training, a clear pay progression following probation, and an attractive continental shift pattern that provides extended time off.

What You''ll Do

Reporting to the Shift Manager, you''ll be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a slitting machine, producing finished goods to the required quality standards. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Setting up jobs in line with product specifications and completing all relevant paperwork
Carrying out job changeovers and machine set£ups safely and efficiently
Running the slitting machine in line with safety, quality, and efficiency requirements
Producing quality reference samples for testing and inspection
Supporting the wider Finishing team as required, including FLT duties when trained
Assisting with the training and support of other team members

This is a key role within the finishing operation, contributing directly to output, quality, and site performance.

Shift Pattern andamp; Hours

This position operates on a continental shift pattern over a 4£week rotation:

2 x day shifts: 06:25 - 18:30
2 x night shifts: 18:25 - 06:30
5 days off

Each shift is 12 hours 5 minutes, averaging 36.25 hours per week.

Salary andamp; Benefits

Starting salary: just over £26,000 per annum
Salary after probation: rises to just over £27,500 per annum upon successful completion of probation (typically 3-6 months)
Holiday entitlement: 20 days per year plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Full training and onboarding provided
Permanent, secure employment within an established manufacturing site

What We''re Looking For

Experience in a manufacturing or production environment (preferred)
Experience operating machinery within a finishing or conversion environment is advantageous
Pedestrian forklift truck licence, or willingness to train
Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety and quality
Reliable, flexible, and comfortable working a continental shift pattern

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Apply