Based at Celotex by Soprema - Eggborough
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To be responsible for the operation of the plant in accordance with the agreed company standards and specifications in order to ensure the safe, continuous, effective and efficient production of excellent quality Celotex by Soprema Products
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Essential:
A strong awareness and respect for Health & Safety and the Environment Ability to work collaboratively in a team with minimum supervision Proven track record of being reliable, resilient and adaptable To have a detailed knowledge of the safe and correct operation of all required production machinery and equipment Is committed to delivering high quality in everything they do: able to demonstrate tenacity in overcoming obstacles and challenges A commitment to learning and keeping skills and knowledge up to date
Desirable:
To have an awareness of WCM and / or Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies Hold a valid and current Forklift Truck License Be IT literate
MAIN TASKS OF THE JOB:
Safely and correctly operate production machinery and equipment
Ensures correct procedures and isolations are followed at all times
Always considers the safety and environmental aspects of the task before executing it
Demonstrates an absolute commitment to the safety of themselves and others
Safely and correctly handles all chemicals and materials. Is familiar with all raw materials including chemicals, facing and packaging and follows all instructions relating to them at all times
Is aware of the environmental routines and measures relative to their area
Reports all incidents / near misses and is proactive in engaging with safety systems and routinely has safety conversations
Puts forward suggestions to improve the site's safety and environmental performance
Follows the production plan and selects the correct chemicals and materials required. Makes necessary and authorised adjustments to the equipment to make the best quality products, informing the Production Team Leader and/or Shift Manager of any problems, issues or shortages to ensure the appropriate remedial action to resolve them is taken
Works to the agreed standard operating procedures
Understands the importance of consistent quality and works to achieve this while on shift
Has a good understanding of product quality, standards and customer requirements
Ensures all required data and documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner
Understands continuous improvement methodology/techniques and uses these to support the identification of losses and improvement opportunities
Ensures all changeovers are completed as efficiently as possible
Completes all sampling and quality testing as required and keeps the Shift Manager and Quality Control team informed of any issues
Rejects any suspect material (Raw Materials or Finished Goods) and escalates to line manager to ensure manufacture of quality products
Take part in and fulfil allocated 'maintainer' duties relating to TPM, 5S, AM (Autonomous Maintenance), cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and housekeeping of the plant and equipment
Ensures tags are raised for any equipment not performing correctly, liaising with engineering to support the remedial work
Support all plant trials and aid their evaluation
Train and provide guidance to all Engineers and Operators as required
Assists with adding the required details of the shift performance and facilitates an effective handover
Engages in effective communication with the Production Team Leader on all aspects of their role and the operation
Is planned, organised and focused in order to meet the production requirements
Willing to go the extra mile (safely!)
Works with colleagues to identify and eliminate errors and performance deficit at root cause level
Shift Pattern:
Week 1 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07 - 19 days
Week 2 - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 19 - 07 nights
Week 3 - Monday, Tuesday 07 - 19 days / Thursday 19 - 07 nights, Friday 19 - 04 nights
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 31,000.00-35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:
12 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
Goole: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 04/07/2025
Reference ID: Celotex by Soprema - Production Operative #J-18808-Ljbffr