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Production operator

Richmond (Greater London)
Temporary
Westray Recruitment Group
Production operator
Posted: 1 June
Offer 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.

1. Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturing business
2. Based in Catterick, North Yorkshire
3. £13.25 per hour
4. Monday to Thursday dayshift only 6:30am to 4:30pm
5. Working within a hands-on production environment
6. Training and development available in role
7. Opportunity to build technical skills across production, inspection, packing and machinery operation
8. Progression opportunities
9. FLT, IOSH, First Aid and Fire Marshall qualifications are desirable or development areas
10. UK full driving licence required due to location
11. 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:

12. Setting up and adjusting polyurethane and foam production machines
13. Monitoring machines for efficient and economical use
14. Reporting any issues immediately to the Team Leader or Head of Production
15. Loading chemicals into machines by hand, lifting equipment or forklift truck
16. Operating production equipment in line with standard operating procedures
17. Using equipment such as ovens, heated tables, degassing units and compressors
18. Processing standard company products including VBRs, bend stiffeners and seals
19. Completing job cards, maintenance records, calibration forms, scrap records, NCRs and housekeeping forms
20. Cleaning, priming, assembling and maintaining moulds
21. Reading and understanding basic manufacturing drawings
22. Inspecting products using measuring equipment
23. Assisting the Team Leader and Head of Production with production schedules
24. Assisting engineers with testing activities on and off site
25. Maintaining tools, vehicles, lifting equipment, forklift trucks and production equipment
26. Reporting any defects immediately
27. Packing goods ready for shipment
28. Assembling and building up components
29. Completing product inspection and record keeping
30. Controlling goods coming into the company and allocating them to the correct projects
31. Carrying out manual handling duties safely
32. Following all Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental policies
33. Complying with company policies, procedures and instructions
34. Supporting a range of work to help the department respond to business requirements
35. 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.

You will need:

36. Ability to follow written and spoken instructions
37. Good communication skills
38. Good numeracy and literacy skills
39. Excellent teamwork skills
40. Ability to work quickly and methodically
41. Ability to work with minimal supervision
42. Willingness to follow directions closely
43. Ability to use necessary tools and machines
44. Good understanding of manufacturing processes, including polyurethane and foam
45. UK full driving licence

THE PACKAGE

46. Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturing business
47. Based in Catterick, North Yorkshire
48. £13.25 per hour
49. Monday to Thursday dayshift only 6:30am to 4:30pm
50. Working within a hands-on production environment
51. Training and development available in role
52. Opportunity to build technical skills across production, inspection, packing and machinery operation
53. Progression opportunities
54. FLT, IOSH, First Aid and Fire Marshall qualifications are desirable or development areas
55. UK full driving licence required due to location
56. Temporary to Permanent opportunity

TO APPLY

Please apply for this position through info@westray.co.uk 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 0191 492 6622.

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