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About Paper

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Sonoco

Responsible for implementing and maintaining best manufacturing practices across a production facility with multiple areas.  Accountable for safety, quality, productivity, cost performance and people development of the paper machine operatives across 5 rotating shifts. The position is a key member of the paper mills leadership team, providing insight, perspectives, and overall leadership to advance our performance agenda.

A great opportunity for a dynamic individual looking to take the next step in their career. Sonoco is an international business with great development opportunities available.

Applications, in writing, should be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

BUSINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANT (Home Based)

The Paper Industry Technical Association (PITA) is a membership-based Technical Association that has served the Pulp, Paper, Board and Tissue Sectors, and their associated industries for over 100 years, with members from around the world. We are seeking a self-motivated ‘Operations Executive’ to provide back-office support to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive and the Publications Editor in the day-to-day running of the Association.

The ideal candidate will:

• be a Highly Organised, Self Starter with a good Telephone Presence to provide an initial point of contact for the Association, able to work efficiently from a home location
• be Computer literate (competent in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) with basic secretarial/administrative skills
• have Basic Bookkeeping Skills (experience with Xero an advantage)
• have Basic Database Skills (experience with Contact Management databases an advantage)
• be used to working with minimal direct supervision and dealing with a wide range of demands with varying time scales
• have previous experience working in a busy, multi-discipline support role

A Job Description can be downloaded from the PITA Website (www.pita.co.uk)

Location is flexible, but it is anticipated that the successful candidate might be located in North Lancashire / Cumbria at the heart of papermaking in the UK. The post would suit an individual seeking part-time employment (a flexible 25 to 30 hours per week).

Salary is negotiable, up to £25,000 (Full Time Equivalent).

If you feel that you could work well within our small, dedicated team, please submit your application in writing by e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Mechanical Fitter

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 Pelta Medical Papers

Mechanical Fitter - Reporting to Mechanical Foreman

The Company:
Pelta Medical Papers are the global leaders in supplying premium kraft paper for packaging of medical equipment, food packaging and industrial applications.

With our Head Office in Beetham, UK, our 145 strong technical team of experts ensure patient safety is at the heart of everything we do. Providing an extensive range of sterile barrier paper that delivers on quality, value, and exceeds all required regulatory standards.

We also have a dedicated Customer Service team located in Nottingham, and an international Sales and Marketing team.

Established in 1969 as leading machine-glazed kraft paper manufacturers, now operating 34,000 tonnes of paper production to generate over £40 million turnover per annum.

For over 50 years, we have prided ourselves in being the trusted supply partner for Medical Device Manufacturers and Converters. Continuously investing in innovative research and manufacturing excellence to provide the very best in microbial kraft paper.

Previously trading as BillerudKorsnäs Beetham Ltd, part of the BillerudKorsnäs AB, rebranding in
November 2021 as Pelta Medical Papers.

Shielding Professionals since 1969.

Overall Purpose of the Role:
We are offering the opportunity for a motivated individual to join a team of dedicated Engineers in
maintaining our paper machines and auxiliary processes onsite, to maximise efficiencies safely, 24
hours per day. The successful applicant is to have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar
environment. They will join a team working an 8-week, day based cycle, involving some weekend
coverage and voluntary on call rota responsibility, however we do offer very attractive periods of
rest.

Engineering within paper mills offers a very diverse and interesting scope of daily work, and we are looking for an individual with the enthusiasm and energy to further strengthen our team.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:
  • General mill-wide maintenance work on paper machines and auxiliary plant either as part of
    a team or on an individual basis.
  • Bench work including repairs to equipment, fabrications, welding, burning, hydraulics,
    pneumatics etc.
  • Use of all machinery in the Engineering Workshops.
  • Start-up duties.
  • Call out duties.
  • Fault finding work on pneumatic/hydraulic systems.
  • Boiler house and steam system installation and maintenance.
Experience, Qualities and Qualifications:
  • NVQ Level 3 (or equiv.) in Mechanical Engineering (Essential)
  • Min. of 3 years’ work experience as a Mechanical Fitter (Essential)
  • The above gained in an industrial environment (Desirable)
  • Paper mill experience a distinct advantage (Desirable)
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Company Pension (4% Employee Contribution / 6-8% Employer Contribution)
  • Annual bonus
  • Additional various allowances, including an annual tool allowance
  • 25 days holiday per annum (plus Bank Holidays)
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Sick Pay Scheme
  • Access to Occupational Health & Health Surveillance
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Relocation Support (on a case by case basis)
Working Pattern:
  • Rostered day pattern (including weekends) – Example available on request
  • To be part of an out of hours on-call rota (voluntary)

Contact:
If you want to know more about the position, please contact Amanda Morgan, HR Director at +44 (0)7990 897866 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

www.peltamedicalpapers.com

BUSINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANT (Home Based)

The Paper Industry Technical Association (PITA) is a membership-based Technical Association that has served the Pulp, Paper, Board and Tissue Sectors, and their associated industries for over 100 years, with members from around the world. We are seeking a self-motivated ‘Operations Executive’ to provide back-office support to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive and the Publications Editor in the day-to-day running of the Association.

The ideal candidate will:

• be a Highly Organised, Self Starter with a good Telephone Presence to provide an initial point of contact for the Association, able to work efficiently from a home location
• be Computer literate (competent in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) with basic secretarial/administrative skills
• have Basic Bookkeeping Skills (experience with Xero an advantage)
• have Basic Database Skills (experience with Contact Management databases an advantage)
• be used to working with minimal direct supervision and dealing with a wide range of demands with varying time scales
• have previous experience working in a busy, multi-discipline support role

A Job Description can be downloaded from the PITA Website (www.pita.co.uk)

Location is flexible, but it is anticipated that the successful candidate might be located in North Lancashire / Cumbria at the heart of papermaking in the UK. The post would suit an individual seeking part-time employment (a flexible 25 to 30 hours per week).

Salary is negotiable, up to £25,000 (Full Time Equivalent).

If you feel that you could work well within our small, dedicated team, please submit your application in writing by e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

January 2023

Ahlstrom Chirnside Ltd, based within the Scottish Borders, is a subsidiary of the Ahlstrom Corporation and is internationally recognised as a market leader in the design, process manufacture and marketing of specialist and nonwoven products.
PRODUCTION MANAGER
We are currently looking to recruit a permanent Production Manager within our Chirnside Plant.
The Role
Reporting to the Operations Manager, your key responsibilities will include:
• Ensuring safety, quality and production targets are achieved in a cost effective and timely manner; • Liaising with all internal stakeholders to ensure quality, safety and production targets are achieved; • Providing leadership, direction and motivation to ensure our manufacturing team are able to achieve results in line with the business plan and department’s objectives; • Promoting an atmosphere of continuous improvement; • Working collaboratively with the Maintenance Department to achieve year on year OEE improvement; • Working actively with other departments to ensure customer satisfaction;
• Participating in customer visits as, and when required; • Regular updates on tier 1 board; • Attending tier 2 meetings daily; • Attending tier 3 meetings weekly.
This is a day shift position, Monday to Friday, working 37.5 hours per week.
The successful candidate
You will have 5-10 years of experience in the paper making industry and ideally be educated to degree level or equivalent.
You will bring with you a safety and quality positive mindset. You will be a strong communicator with excellent leadership skills, who can work well alongside others, but can also work independently as required. You will have strong skills when presenting as well as being computer literate. You will also have excellent organisational skills.
If you wish to be considered for this position please send your current CV, along with a covering letter, to Nicole Baxter, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Closing date for applications is: 6th January 2023.