fritzegger
Process Operator
Process Operator at fritzegger, based in Hexham, North East. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Hexham, North East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Production Operative
- Forklift
Reference job/Hexham-Process-Operator/1374625155
About the role
City: Hexham (UK) Contract Type: Full-time Job-Code: 7339 Department:
Key Responsibilities
- Operate as a member of the team in the Lamination department.
- Ensure that the work place, equipment, vehicles and machinery are maintained in a clean and tidy condition.
- Undertake a comprehensive training programme train in aspects of the lamination department, to include boards/paper preparation, inspections, banding, fork truck and general warehouse duties.
- Attend any further training courses as required at other EGGER UK locations.
- Complete shift reports detailing production, downtime, to include any specific data required relevant to shift. Liaise with the Shift Supervisor and Day Support with regard to the operations of the shift.
- Observe and comply with all safety precautions as detailed in the Health and Safety procedures and to ensure that safety equipment is in good order and used at all times.
- Ensure that the operation and related tasks are conducted in a safe working manner and that any incidents/ accidents and hazards are duly reported
- Observe and comply with the Company Quality Systems as detailed in the Quality Manual.
- Liaise with the shift supervisor and relevant engineering department as to the condition of the production equipment or problems.
- Provide support for holiday/ sickness/ training/ maintenance cover, to help maximise production output and efficiency when required.
What We’re Looking For
- Fork Lift Truck Licence (training can be provided).
- Relevant work experience.
- Good standard of IT skills and competent use of Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Outlook).
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Able to work a dayshift pattern Monday - Friday
We Offer
Join Northumberland’s largest family-owned manufacturing employer, where employee wellbeing, health and safety are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering excellence in quality, customer service, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. You’ll benefit from a competitive pension and benefits package, a rewarding and diverse role, and access to cutting-edge technology and systems. From a thorough induction to ongoing professional development, we support your growth every step of the way.
Other benefits include:
- A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
- Private Health Cash Plan.
- An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
- Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks.
- The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
- 26.5 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
- Subsidised school holiday kids clubs.
- An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
- Tailored training and career development opportunities.
- The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
- On-site restaurant.
- Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
- Free parking in a secure staff car park.
- Successful candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as part of our commitment to maintaining high standards of workplace safety.
Your Contact
Jack Smith, HR, T [phone removed]
Reference: job/Hexham-Process-Operator/1374625155 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 11 Nov 2026 · Listed via fritzegger
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