Line Operator

We are hiring Manufacturing Operators to work 12-hour shifts following a 4-on/6-off shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights, 6 off) at our Trafford Park Mill.

We have opportunities in our papermaking operation and our converting operation where you will form part of a team for that machine/line. The team work together to create the final product accordingly to performance KPI's while always operating in a safe manner and ensuring quality of the highest standard.

We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.

What You Will Do

You will be responsible for operating the machinery in your assigned area where you will execute all operational tasks with excellence and adhere to all documented procedures, while being responsible for keeping your area clean & well organised.

You will have accountability for quality checks in your responsible area and you will follow a number of internal processes to ensure all product test criteria is met.

Within the role you will record any tasks completed in the daily management system and execute any schedule maintenance activities set out by your team leader.

You will have previous experience in working in similar FMCG industry where you have been proactive in using H&S practices in your day to day work.

You will enjoy problem solving and troubleshooting issues to find the root cause.

Communicating effectively will be important to you and you will be someone who likes to ensure their work is accurate by paying attention to detail.

At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

At Essity, we embrace the individual and recognise the remarkable power that can be harnessed when different ideas, backgrounds, experiences and perspective come together. If you apply for a job at Essity, you can be sure that the only criteria we consider for selection is professional experience, qualifications, key job-related attributes and working values.

Essity kindly but firmly declines direct contact with recruiting and staffing agencies, as well as job advertising sellers.

Collaborative and caring Work Environment | Empowerment | Job Impact | Work with a Powerful Purpose | Individual Learning and Development | Health & Safety | Social Responsibility | Innovation

More About Trafford Park

With 170 employees, including 26 apprentices, Manchester Trafford Park site is an advocate for all things Manchester. With a strong site culture of pride and dedication to sites performance it is a hive of activity and energy. With one large paper machine (which could fill a large sports hall) and 3 converting lines, as well as a warehouse you can see why this is a great opportunity to join this large organization.

Together, we are improving lives, every day.

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being., Together, we are improving lives, every day.

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.

• High reaching starting salary with annual reviews


• pension 10% employer contribution


• bonus earning potential


• staff product


• Essity Rewards (online and in-store shopping discounts) or Products you will love along with deals and discounts for you and the family through our Essity Rewards website


• And numerous other local incentives