Overview
JDR Cable Systems are recruiting for Production Operatives at our brand new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Cambois, Blyth. This is a hands-on, development-focused role involved in commissioning of cutting-edge machinery with opportunities for learning and progression.
Responsibilities
* Safety First – promote and adhere to JDR safety rules and procedures.
* Follow and support JDR operating principles – core competencies.
* Measure, grade and feed batches of raw materials into production machinery/process.
* Operate production line equipment including: Wire Drawing; Stranding; Continuous Catenary Vulcanization; Screening; Sheathing; Vertical Layup Machine; Armorer; Taping and various ancillary equipment.
* Monitor the production process and carry out basic testing and quality checks.
* Clean and perform basic maintenance of work areas and machines.
* Report equipment faults to maintenance staff.
* Operate hand-controlled or computer-controlled machines.
* Ensure parts meet the correct tolerances and customer/internal standards and specifications.
* Record material usage and production output.
* Stack/store goods appropriately.
* Contribute to continuous improvement activities.
Qualifications and experience
* Experience operating similar manufacturing machinery and working to production targets.
* Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions and work standards; attention to detail and a practical, hands-on approach to problem solving.
* Understanding of customer deliverables and the impact of failure and the cost of poor quality.
* Previous experience in Extrusion and/or Armouring is advantageous.
* Desirable: knowledge of lean manufacturing and 5S (Sort, Set In Order, Shine, Standardise, Sustain).
* IVQ Technician certificate, BTEC First Certificate or equivalent NVQ Level 2 qualification is desirable.
Employment details
* Employment type: Full-time
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Job function: Manufacturing and Production
* Industries: Manufacturing and Services for Renewable Energy
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