Board Machine and Coating & Chemical Day Operator to Workington Mill

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Holmen Board and Paper is a Swedish company and a member of the Holmen Group. The Workington Mill produces premium paperboard under the brand Incada. Our paperboard is an integral part of the shopping experience for our clients’ customers. Since 2013 we have powered the mill almost entirely by fossil fuel free energy. We value our employees and products highly. Today we are approximately 340 co-workers. Our integrated pulp and paperboard mill is located to the west of the beautiful Lake District in the north of England. 

Your future challenge 

A vacancy has arisen for a Board Machine & Coating and Chemicals Day Operator reporting to the Board Machine Manager.  The successful candidate will use their knowledge of COSHH and COMAH to successfully coordinate raw materials.  From quality checks on delivery to safe storage and processing, the incumbent will ensure stock control processes are adhered to. 

You will be responsible for: 

• Ensuring the safe and correct unloading of chemicals as defined in the department procedure
• Planning and scheduling of production and bleaching chemicals and maintaining correct stock levels
• Taking samples for analysis of incoming chemicals
• Assisting with the unloading/loading of machine clothing
• Supporting BM2/CC operators where required, including planned shutdowns
• Contribute to area improvements and delivery procedures 

The successful Day Operator will have: 

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent ability to co-ordinate activities
• A willingness to learn and develop
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proactive approach to improvement activities
• Good knowledge of product quality and customer requirements 

Further details on this role can be obtained from Stephen Grimley, Board Machine Manager on (01900) 600192 or email Stephen.grimley@holmen.com

What we offer you: 

• A competitive salary 
• Fantastic Contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• A range of benefits to support your health and wellbeing 
• Opportunities to develop and grow
• Annual uniform allowance
• Occupational health provision
• On-site staff canteen
• Cycle to work scheme
• Exclusive staff discounts and deals through Benefit Hub
• Social Club with regular events throughout the year
• Family friendly procedures including enhanced maternity leave and menopause procedure. 

Holmen is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. 

We are devoted and committed to developing our teams and ensuring that our staff have the courage, commitment and responsibility to perform at their best. We provide significant resources to enable you to achieve your potential and expect our staff to perform to the best of their ability at all times. 

Apply today 

If you’re looking for the opportunity to challenge yourself and make a positive impact with a pioneering customer orientated business, we’d love to hear from you.  

To apply, please click the “Apply for this position” link at the end of the advert and upload your CV to arrive by 1600 hours on Friday 4^th April 2025.