Job Description
Join a high-performing manufacturing team where efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything our client does. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and takes pride in keeping machines running at their best.
Key Responsibilities:
* Daily running of moulding machines in line with Mould shop capacity plan
* To monitor machine utilisation for all shifts using ThingTrax monitoring system
* Updating ThingTrax to indicate machine status i.e., running, tool change, sampling etc.
* Check during shifts that all available machines are running. Reporting to senior setter or Shift Manager any issues which effect machine running
* Carry out tool changes to achieve maximum utilisation in conjunction with mould shop plan and running priority
* Promote SMED principles to achieve rapid tool changes
* Monitor tool changes per shift and durations, identify areas for improvement
* Target worst case cycle times and install improvement actions. Once worst cases are actioned move to next level with overall objective of all machines being within quoted cycle times
* Check daily quality issues with quality department/inspectors and plan corrective actions
* Identify any training required: liaise with Shift manager on personal improvements
* Carry out setting-conditioning / tool hanging to maximise machine running performance
* Conduct and or participate in problem solving actions where appropriate
* Record data relevant to process controls (setting sheet), process improvements and best practices
* Liaise with Shift manager and Production manager on any issues or management support requirements
* Promote 5S principles and best practices
* Ensure working areas are left in neat and tidy condition on completion of task
* Perform any other duties as requested within the scope of your ability and in pursuance of the company objectives
Health and Safety:
* Ensure all duties are performed in a safe and efficient manner within the parameters of current Health and Safety legislation (HASAW Act 1974)
* Understand and carry out individual responsibility
* Notify immediately, any accidents, near misses or hazards and assist in any investigation
* Use and maintain in good condition, protective equipment provided for personal safety
* Always keep work area clean & tidy and free from obstructions
Development:
* If required by the Company, introduce new employees into the operation training them as and when required
* Through the appraisal process, identify areas of personal and team development required
* Develop through continuous performance improvements, customer service and operational efficiencies
Shift pattern:
Monday to Friday 07:00 to 15:00, 15:00 to 23:00, 23:00 to 07:00 on a two-weekly rotation with a 30 minutes paid break, totalling 40 hours per week.
Salary:
£33,000 - £35,000 - depending on skills and experience
If you feel that this could be the next step in your career, do not hesitate to apply.
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