Essential Functions
The main function of the Manufacturing Operator position is to support the operation of multi station heading, rolling, and band annealing machinery, which produce high quality, premium fasteners. A flexible and responsive approach is essential, together with the ability to effectively problem solve and identify areas where improvements can be made to existing processes and methods. This role is on the rotating morning and afternoon shift, mornings -, afternoons - ;
Specific Responsibilities
1. Support with the setting of cold heading machines, including assisting with changeovers, cleaning and making minor adjustments to machinery.
2. Perform routine and preventative machine maintenance to ensure optimal performance
3. Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision instruments.
4. Monitor product quality throughout production runs.
5. Perform first-piece (catch pan) and in-process inspections following company quality standards.
6. SPC (Statistical Process Control) as required.
7. Record production data, part counts, scrap, and machine performance.
8. Follow all safety procedures related to machinery, tooling, material handling and wider working environment.
9. Keep work area clean, organized, and compliant with 5S
10. Support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, waste production and process opitmisation.
11. Fork lift truck operation - in accordance with legislation and company safety regulations.
12. Understand and comply with the company’s EHS and quality procedures.
13. Once trained, be willing to train and impart knowledge onto others.
14. Work collaboratively with team members to meet production schedules and targets.
Company Responsibilities
15. Maintain full compliance with Howmet policies and procedures and conduct all activities in accordance with the Code of Conduct.
16. Demonstrate a knowledge of and commitment to continuous improvement principles and techniques.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.
Competencies & Skills - Person specification
18. Effective verbal and written communication skills
19. Ability to read & effectively interpret technical drawings
20. Mechanical aptitude with logical approach to problem solving
21. Able to work under own initiative
22. Team player with the ability to work with people at various levels within the organisation
23. Flexible approach with capacity to adapt to advancing environment
24. Able to identify improvements
25. Excellent time keeping & attendance
26. IT Skills – MS Office, email & excel, plus able to enter data onto ERP system
Benefits Package
Competitive salary and benefits to include;
27. Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
28. Life cover 6 X base salary
29. Discretionary company performance related bonus scheme
30. Private Healthcare Insurance
31. Disability Insurance
32. Holidays starting at 22 days with the option to buy more and spread the cost over 12 months
33. Cash plan for employees and their families
34. Online savings platform and employee assistance programme