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Job Title


Manufacturing Operator


Company : Walstead Bicester Limited


Location : Bicester, South East


Created : 2025-08-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Press Assistants Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap. Attractive 5 shifts pattern, average 33hrs a week, working days and nights with up to 7 days off between shifts. 12 hour shifts 07.00am to 19.00hrs or 19.00hrs to 07.00 plus 13 days holiday per year No previous experience is required as full training will be provided, however, previous experience in operating machinery and/or working within a busy manufacturing environment would be advantageous. The No 3 Reelhand Operator role is to assist the printers in the day-to-day running of the press. The role to include (but not limited to) the following duties specified below; Webbing up - Assisting in the complete webbing up of the press, from reel stand to folder and webbing up of the ribbons through the folder superstructure into the folder. Stackers - Will gain an in depth knowledge of the operation of the stackers and palletisers. Changing strapping and renew broken stacker belts when necessary. Robotic Palletiser - Will gain an in depth knowledge of the operation of the robotic palletiser. This to include the inputting of different programmes for the various products produced off this press. Management systems - Will gain knowledge of the QTMS and MIS systems and weigh scales. The correct printing out of pallet tickets and correct labeling up of pallets and stacks of printed work. Production - Check printed copies at the start of, and throughout the run, paying particular attention to crows footing, creasing, splitting and any marking through the stacker/sheeter. Reel stand Job Preparation - Will gain knowledge of MIS and QTMS management systems pertaining to the correct inputting of paper details, reel numbers etc. Reel Preparation - Will gain knowledge of how to prepare a reel for successful running in the reel stand. Reel Stand operation - Will gain in depth knowledge of the operation of the reel stand/flying paster, including the setting up of splices, the setting up of the webbing up apron to be able to automatically web the press up. End of production - Will gain knowledge of the tasks required at the end of a job, i.e. reel information paperwork, reel wrapping, weighing and labeling etc. Grab Truck/Flexi Pivot Steer Truck (Bendi) - Will learn how to operate safely Job Types: Full-time, PermanentBenefits: Company pensionSchedule: 12 hour shift Day shift Holidays Night shift Overtime Weekend availabilityAbility to commute/relocate: Bicester, OX26 4QZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Application question(s): What is your salary expectation? Do you have a good level of English speaking?Education: GCSE or equivalent (preferred)Work Location: In person