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