Production Operator

Description

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU

Opportunity to join a specialist manufacturing business based in Catterick, North Yorkshire. You will be working within the Production Area, supporting the manufacturing of polyurethane and foam products.

You will receive training and development in role, with the opportunity to build technical experience and progress internally.

Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturing business

Based in Catterick, North Yorkshire

£13.25 per hour

Monday to Thursday dayshift only 6:30am to 4:30pm

Working within a hands-on production environment

Training and development available in role

Opportunity to build technical skills across production, inspection, packing and machinery operation

Progression opportunities

FLT, IOSH, First Aid and Fire Marshall qualifications are desirable or development areas

UK full driving licence required due to location

Temporary to Permanent opportunity

THE BUSINESS

Would you like to work for a specialist manufacturing business operating within the energy sector

Westray Recruitment is working with a fantastic business based at Colburn Business Park in Catterick, North Yorkshire. The business manufactures specialist products using polyurethane and foam production processes and supports a range of production, testing, packing and inspection activities.

The company is looking for an Operator to join its Production Area. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will support production operations, machine set-up, product inspection, packing, documentation and general manufacturing duties.

THE ROLE

You will be responsible for setting up, adjusting and monitoring polyurethane and foam production machines, ensuring they are operated efficiently and safely.

Some of your duties will include:

Setting up and adjusting polyurethane and foam production machines

Monitoring machines for efficient and economical use

Reporting any issues immediately to the Team Leader or Head of Production

Loading chemicals into machines by hand, lifting equipment or forklift truck

Operating production equipment in line with standard operating procedures

Using equipment such as ovens, heated tables, degassing units and compressors

Processing standard company products including VBRs, bend stiffeners and seals

Completing job cards, maintenance records, calibration forms, scrap records, NCRs and housekeeping forms

Cleaning, priming, assembling and maintaining moulds

Reading and understanding basic manufacturing drawings

Inspecting products using measuring equipment

Assisting the Team Leader and Head of Production with production schedules

Assisting engineers with testing activities on and off site

Maintaining tools, vehicles, lifting equipment, forklift trucks and production equipment

Reporting any defects immediately

Packing goods ready for shipment

Assembling and building up components

Completing product inspection and record keeping

Controlling goods coming into the company and allocating them to the correct projects

Carrying out manual handling duties safely

Following all Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental policies

Complying with company policies, procedures and instructions

Supporting a range of work to help the department respond to business requirements

Performing any other duties assigned by the Directors or Head of Production

THE PERSON

You will have a positive, practical and hands-on approach to work. You will be able to follow instructions carefully, work methodically and communicate clearly with colleagues across the production team.

This role would suit someone with experience in manufacturing, production, polyurethane, foam processes, product inspection or a similar hands-on environment. xjnqpsq

You will need:

Ability to follow written and spoken instructions

Good communication skills

Good numeracy and literacy skills

Excellent teamwork skills

Ability to work quickly and methodically

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Willingness to follow directions closely

Ability to use necessary tools and machines

Good understanding of manufacturing processes, including polyurethane and foam

UK full driving licence

THE PACKAGE

Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturing business

Based in Catterick, North Yorkshire

£13.25 per hour

Monday to Thursday dayshift only 6:30am to 4:30pm

Working within a hands-on production environment

Training and development available in role

Opportunity to build technical skills across production, inspection, packing and machinery operation

Progression opportunities

FLT, IOSH, First Aid and Fire Marshall qualifications are desirable or development areas

UK full driving licence required due to location

Temporary to Permanent opportunity

TO APPLY

Please apply for this position through (url removed) and your CV will go directly to our consultant who is leading the search. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please get in touch with the Industrial team on (phone number removed)

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