Production Operator - Day Shift

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ASSESSMENT DAY - THURSDAY 18TH JANUARY 2024

General Information

Job Title:Production Operator

Grade/Salary:Grade 2, competitive salary

Shift Pattern:Day shift, 4 on, 4 off: 6am - 6pm

Pension:up to 5% matched pension contribution

PRP Payments of up to £700 paid twice annually

Department Description

A fast paced manufacturing environment producing precision fasteners for the highly regulated Aerospace industry with a minimum of variation.

Each UAP is divided into a number of Autonomous Groups of Production (GAPs) which are responsible for a specific product range or process.

Job Role – Production Operator

The main job purpose of a Production Operator is to set and operate production equipment to achieve all company targets and standards.

The role is currently working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities

· To manage production machine(s) in such a way as to ensure that quality is maintained to the standards required by the company.

· Make sure that the necessary calibrated inspection equipment is present in your working area, ensuring that correct measuring equipment is used and calibrated and approved for production use.

· Participate and engage in the PSM1 meetings, reporting any ongoing and long term problems you encounter.

· Start and stop the machine(s) in a safe manner.

· Perform routine running adjustments such as wear compensation, tool changes and wheel dressing etc…

· Check product during the run and complete appropriate SPC / Auto-control defined in the control plan

· Maintain the flow of product to other machines/processes

· Work to relevant operational procedures, technical specifications and parameters of process and complete all relevant paperwork i.e. Route Cards, Auto Control Forms and SPC etc…

· To set within a reasonable time limit the machine(s) ready for the start of the next batch

· Make sure of an efficient start of production ensuring product traceability is maintained at all times i.e. proper tins, tagging documents and calibrated inspection equipment.

· Carry out first line maintenance in line with Preventative Maintenance.

· Report all breakdowns to your Cell Leader.

· Keep the machine(s) and surrounding work area clean and safe condition, reporting any hazards to the Cell Leader.

· Conduct a thorough and complete shift handover at the start and end of your shift to ensure the seamless continuation of production that is expected.

· Inform Cell Leaders when encountering technical or quality problems.

· Maintain an open and willing attitude towards training and learning new processes and machines/equipment so as to better utilise your time and skills.

· Provide training to new and inexperienced operators.

· Any other ad-hoc duties as required.

Application deadline: Friday 12th January 2024

Candidates must be available to attend the Assessment day on Thursday 18th January 2024

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/01/2024