Cut & Crease Operator - #1716142

Cut & Crease OperatorLeeds Area£38,500 + Overtime | Shift-Based | 36 hrs/weekContinental Shifts – 3 x 12hr (Days/Nights)

Are you an experienced Cut & Crease Operator with a strong background in die cutting and Bobst machinery? Join a global leader in premium printed packaging, supporting major brands in the food and beverage sector.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a key part of the production team, you’ll:

• Set up and run automatic platen cutting machines (Bobst 142 and similar).
• Operate according to job specs, maintaining high quality and efficiency.
• Monitor machine performance, conduct basic maintenance, and ensure safety checks are completed daily.
• Accurately complete production paperwork and ensure output meets both quantity and quality targets.
• Report faults and assist in resolving production issues promptly.
• Share your expertise, mentoring junior team members when needed.
• Be open to learning new equipment as required.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience with Bobst die cutters or similar automatic platen equipment.
• Solid understanding of KPI-driven production environments (run rate, make-ready time, downtime, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and safety.
• A proactive, team-oriented attitude with good communication skills.
• Organised, reliable, and capable of working under minimal supervision.

What’s In It for You?

• Competitive salary of £38,500 + overtime
• Company pension scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• 8-day rest period every 4th week
• Death in service provision
• Free onsite parking

Shift Pattern

• 3 x 12-hour shifts per week (days & nights: 6am–6pm / 6pm–6am)
• Continental rotation
• 36 contractual hours/week
• Overtime available

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a respected international packaging company, apply now or get in touch to learn more.