MPI Ltd has a long term vacancy available in Kempston/Bedford
Job Title: Workshop Assistant/ labourer
40 hours per week Mon - Fri 7:00am – 15:30pm, with half hour lunch break
£14 per hour (PAYE)
Prime function:
* General day to day tidying of Workshop and Yard and maintain tidiness of stores.
* Disposing of metals off cuts into the bin.
* Take control of goods in and deliveries, unload lorries and delivery wagons.
* Breaking up old pallets and disposing of them into wood skip
Key Responsibilities/ Requirements:
* Work alongside Fabricators and Fitters to manage cleanliness and tidiness of the fabrication facility and Yard at shop floor level.
* Required to assist that the daily checks are carried out on Forklift.
* Required to make sure all lifting equipment is collated and available for 6 monthly LOLER checks to be carried out.
* Required to make sure all power tools are readily available for 6 monthly PAT Tests are carried out
* Organize storage of materials in relation to specific project
* Ensure that the Factory is a safe place to work, keep on top of trip hazards and any other potential risks.
Qualifications & Experience Required:
* Counterbalance Forklift Truck (preferred).
* CSCS Card (preferred)
* First Aid (preferred)
* Strong written and oral communication skills, capable of teamwork
* Must be able to read and understand delivery notes and who jobs are allocated to.
* Working knowledge of site/ yard environment.
* Knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements within an engineering environment
* Strong skills in prioritizing and organizing.
Attributes & Values:
* Ability to multitask and keep organised.
* Develop and build key relationships.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* Able to generate good morale and teamwork.
* Pro-active, flexible, with a can-do approach.
* Can work under own initiative.
* Able to work well under pressure.
* Adaptable and good problem-solving skills