Production Operator - Despatch

Tullis Russell is an employee-owned business with a proud heritage of innovation and sustainability. We are one of the world’s leading creative and environmentally responsible coating companies, producing high-quality paper and film products used across industries worldwide.

As a Production Operator within our Despatch Team, you will be responsible for supporting the safe and accurate packing, handling and dispatch of customer orders. This role involves packing UK and Export orders, picking stock, labelling and moving materials, with full training provided — including FLT and Clamp Truck training.

What can we offer you?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Annual profit-related bonus and shareholder bonus
• Life assurance (9x basic salary) and an excellent pension scheme
• Continued training, support and career development
• A flexible working environment
• Paid bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Employee ownership benefits – have a voice and share in our success

Key Responsibilities

• Wrap and pack materials in line with customer specifications and Standard Operating Procedures
• Pick UK and Export orders accurately from stock
• Load and unload vehicles using hand electric trucks, FLTs and clamp trucks
• Print and apply labels with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Record and move label stock material electronically
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment at all times
• Work collaboratively with the wider production and despatch teams
• Support general housekeeping and other duties as required

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a 3-week rotating shift pattern:

• Week 1:

Monday to Thursday: 6:00am – 2:00pm
Friday: 6:00am – 1:00pm

• Week 2:

Monday to Thursday: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Friday: 12:00pm – 6:00pm

• Week 3:

Monday to Thursday: 10: 00 – 06:00pm

About You

• Experience in a production, manufacturing or warehouse environment is helpful, but not essential
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• A team player with good communication skills
• Able to work safely, follow procedures and use initiative
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn — full training provided

The Package

• Competitive rates of pay
• Annual profit-related bonus
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Paid bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Employee ownership benefits

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £26,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Macclesfield SK11 6LB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Warehouse: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person