Glue Minder in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Glue Minder

£34,600 to £41,000 plus benefits 

Are you an experienced Glue Minder looking for a permanent role with a well-established packaging business? This is a great opportunity to join a skilled production team and take ownership of a key machine in a busy, well-organised manufacturing environment. You will be working on a shift pattern, giving you a consistent structure and regular hours across the working week.

This is a permanent position based in the Huntingdonshire area, with straightforward access from the A14 and surrounding areas. You will be joining a company that takes pride in the quality of its output and values operators who bring experience, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to getting the job done right. Benefits are on offer, and salary is competitive and reflective of your level of experience.

Main Responsibilities for the Glue Minder:

• Set up, operate, and monitor the folder gluer machine in line with job specifications
• Carry out make-ready and changeovers efficiently to minimise downtime between jobs
• Carry out visual quality checks throughout the production run, including checking fold accuracy, glue application, and finished carton integrity
• Troubleshoot machine issues and make adjustments to maintain output quality and speed
• Complete line clearances between jobs and maintain accurate production records
• Support and guide assistant operators and packing staff during your shift
• Carry out routine cleaning and preventative maintenance on the machine
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, organised work area

Skills/Experience required for the Glue Minder:

• Proven hands-on experience operating a folder gluer machine in a packaging or print environment
• Ability to set up and make-ready independently without close supervision
• Strong eye for quality and the ability to identify and resolve issues during a run
• Experience with Bobst or similar equipment is highly desirable
• Comfortable working rotating shifts and flexible around production demands
• Reliable, self-motivated, and focused on achieving production targets without compromising quality

Working Hours for the Glue Minder:

Rotating shift pattern Days Nights 12 Hours (average 40 hours per week) 

Benefits for the Glue Minder:

Up to 30-minute paid break during shift

Overtime paid at 1.25 once contractual hours worked – premium increases to 1.5 overtime rate, once 48 hours per week is exceeded

Holidays

Free vend tea, coffee, hot chocolate, soup

Group Life assurance (4 x annual salary)

Aviva Company pension scheme

Medicash insurance scheme (Dental, Optical etc)

Employee assistance programme

Retail discount scheme

Free on-site parking

Reward and recognition scheme

Employee referral programme

Based in Huntingdonshire

For more details on the Glue Minder please contact Lisa Parsons