Production Mill Operator - Winder & Converter in Lancaster, North West

Production Mill Operator (Winder & Converter)
Location: Lancaster, Lancashire
Salary: £25,852.32 annually | 42 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off (7-week rolling pattern)
Benefits: Bonus pay, monthly employee perks, and more

Are you hands-on, safety-focused, and ready for a long-term opportunity in industrial manufacturing?

An established production site in Lancaster is seeking a Production Mill Operator to support operations across its rewinder, converting, and packaging lines. This role is ideal for someone experienced with machinery and looking for career progression in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate rewinder and converting lines safely and efficiently

• Load and unload reels, conduct quality testing, and make process adjustments

• Start and stop machinery as needed with a focus on minimal downtime

• Assist across converting and packaging lines as required

• Safely move and handle goods using a forklift truck (FLT)

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Comfortable with fast-paced, heavy machinery

• Forklift operation experience (license preferred)

• Willing to work long 12-hour shifts on rotating patterns

• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn—attitude is valued as much as experience

What You’ll Receive:

• £13.81/hour, reviewed in February 2026

• 18 days off every 7 weeks

• Enhanced weekend rates: 1.5x for Saturday, 2x for Sunday

• Monthly product perks: 24-pack of toilet and kitchen rolls

• Early access to pay, retail discounts, and health & wellbeing support

• Clear path to progression with training and promotional opportunities

Voceer presents this job opportunity for Pioneer Selection, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by Pioneer Selection, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.