Job Title: Label Operator
Reporting to: Product Quality Assurance Manager
Contract: Weekly salaried
Salary: To be confirmed on application
Start: As soon as possible

Main Duties:

• Print and issue labels to packing lines using DataGuard and Vector software, ensuring correct product, date codes, weights, customer specifications and legal compliance
• Complete daily label production check forms accurately and on time, ensuring all required checks are documented
• Carry out routine verification checks to ensure label accuracy and prevent mislabelling, rework, customer complaints or product withdrawals
• Maintain label printing systems and ensure DataGuard and Vector files/templates are up to date and correctly uploaded
• Manage label stock control including stock counts, monitoring usage, and ensuring adequate stock is available at all times
• Record, report and escalate printer faults or system issues to minimise downtime and maintain production efficiency
• Produce and submit weekly label waste reports, identifying trends and supporting waste reduction initiatives
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe label room/work area in line with site hygiene and Health & Safety standards
• Communicate effectively with Line Leaders, QA and Production teams regarding labelling issues, quality concerns and efficiency improvements

Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and a clear understanding of the importance of label compliance and traceability
• Competent IT skills with the ability to use production systems and Microsoft packages (Word and Excel)
• Good level of written and spoken English
• Organised and methodical approach, able to manage stock control, ordering and documentation accurately
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to raise concerns, escalate issues and work closely with Production and QA teams
• Proactive and solution-focused mindset with a “can do” attitude
• Team player with flexibility to support different departments when required
• Reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene, quality and safety