WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
Permanent role
£27k pa (40-hour week)
Dayshift 8am-5pm
Excellent overtime rates available
20 days holiday plus bank holidays and 1 gift holiday per year
Company pension scheme
Cycle To Work scheme
Employee Assistance program
Electric charging points on site
Various staff events including charity events
Employee saving scheme
Greggs Friday!!
Tyne & Wear location
Easily accessible
Supportive culture, inclusive environment and growing employer THE BUSINESS
Westray Recruitment Group is seeking a Tool Prep Operator to work on a permanent contract for our client based in Gateshead, Tyne & Wear. The role consists of working a day shift pattern giving you an excellent work/life balance.
The organisation produces a variety of products including food packaging. They provide themselves on their ability to provide innovative designs built on sustainability. They are a growing employer and their reputation has been built on offering high quality products at cost effective pricing.
As a Tool Prep Operator, you will be responsible in supporting the production hall by prepping all tools in line with the production plan.
THE ROLE
Prepare tools in accordance with the production plan
Complete all relevant paperwork
Ensure correct tool is delivered to correct machine
Forming tools to be stripped on return from production and washed ready for next production cycle
All tools must be fully inspected on return and any repairs noted and actioned immediately
Blades are to be checked for damage to determine the condition and tonnage on the last run
Report any missing bolts to Shift Manager
Replace blades where necessary
Identify any major repairs and report to Shift Manager
Deal with minor repairs
Ensure all tooling is stored in the correct place
Process and check all new tool deliveries including all paperwork
Always keep tool prep tidy
Keep the area tidy with “CLEAN AS YOU GO” and complete allocated cleaning tasks daily as outlined in the cleaning rota
Ensure all protective clothing provided is worn as per the guidance
Work within company Health and Safety Rules & BRCGS Standards
Carry out any other duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed
Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed and maintain a professional attitude
Adhere to all policies and procedures as set out within the employee handbook
Use own initiative and find other work to do once all tooling is prepped and maintained THE PERSON
Previous experience in plastics industry is preferred
Committed with a strong work ethic
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Strong communication skills and desire to work with other team members
Flexible to shift work
Passionate about supporting the growth and development of a young and dynamic family business
Proactive and driven with a can do attitude
You will be provided with a full Induction, In house training, In house hygiene training and Basic Health and Safety awareness TO APPLY
Please send your updated CV to Harry Mann in our Engineering team or apply direct by calling Westray Recruitment Group