Yard Operative

Yard Operative

What you’ll be doing
Reporting to the Stock Prep Co-ordinator, the Yard Operative will:

• Break bales and mix loose paper in order to ensuring adequate supply of loose paper for grey & white pulpers
• Mixing and sorting of paper in main yard, including removal of rejects
• Carry out quality checks on paper loads as they enter the factory, ensuring that quality standards are met
• Successfully rotate stocks operating a first in first out policy, in order to preserve the quality of raw materials
• Unload lorries (raw materials, chemicals etc) in a safe & efficient manner ensuring the smooth flow of traffic throughout the yard area
• Maintain the yard as a safe working environment, ensuring the cleanliness of grey & white belts and surrounding areas
• Carry out stock takes as required, ensuring accurate records are kept and suitably reported
• Provide break and absence cover for the pulper operator
• Support the pulper operator with blockages & loading of belts
• Ensure machinery is maintained to an acceptable standard at all times e.g. washing, greasing etc

What you’ll bring to the role

• Good standard of education – educated to GCSE level
• Previous experience operating and maintaining forklift trucks with & without clamp attachment
• Current Forklift License
• Whilst not essential it would be advantageous to have a Loader License

Working hours 12 hour continental shifts 0700-1900/1900-0700

Please note that only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the essential criteria within their application will be considered for shortlisting.

What we offer in return

• The opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and ambitious organisation.
• A supportive, collaborative team environment where your contribution is valued.
• Ongoing training, development, and genuine opportunities for career progression
• The chance to build your career in a dynamic, fast-moving, and exciting workplace.
• We also offer a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package

Go ahead, apply today!
Apply online today by visiting: https://huhtamaki.getgotjobs.co.uk/home.
The closing date for all applications is 5pm on Tuesday 15th September 2026.

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