* Based in Burntwood, Staffordshire (near Cannock)
* Attractive starting salary increasing after probationary period
* Shift flexibility essential (occasional night shift may be required)
* 28 days holiday initially (inc Bank Holidays) + long service holiday awards
* Contributory Company Pension Scheme
* Company-wide profit related bonus scheme
* Valuable training & development delivered through Mercian Academy
* Employee Assistance Programme inc 24/7 GP helpline for you & your family
* Complimentary supply of snacks
* Complimentary car cleaning vouchers
* Free secure car parking
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Modern, professional working environment
Mercian Labels is an award winning manufacturer of self-adhesive labels. We are seeking to appoint a new hard-working and enthusiastic Rewinder/ Slitting Machine Operator. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic and 'can do' attitude to contribute to the success of the business.
Experience in machine operating will be advantageous but our expectation is to train the right people. We fully train successful candidates at our own cost to also ensure their success.
You must have an eye for productivity/continuous improvement and quality control, good communication skills (both verbal and written), organisational skills with a methodical approach to work, commitment and a positive 'can do' attitude.
General Purpose:
Working within a small team, complete the finishing portion of label production by transforming the product through slitting, rewinding and counting, while doing inspection of the labels. This role is critical to the production process and the success of delivering our products On Time and In Full (OTIF) to the customer.
Job Functions:
* Ability to read and follow work order specifications;
* Setup and operation of Rewinder Machines using hand tools;
* Verify size and alignment of rewind rolls;
* Inspect for quality while machine is operating and adjust as necessary;
* Quality check all finished products;
* Label all finished products and package all products in appropriate boxes;
* Ensure total quality through use of good manufacturing practice and company standard operating procedures;
* Maintain housekeeping standards;
* Assist team members as needed;
* Provide support to meet department and company objectives by performing other duties as assigned following appropriate training.
Person Specification:
* A willingness to learn and be part of a friendly, dedicated and hard-working team;
* Excellent attention to detail and quality control– high concentration levels required;
* Strong communication and team working skills
* Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
* Good basic IT skills, literacy and numeracy
* Must pass colour vision test
* Good colour perception
* Manual dexterity
* Must be able to work well with others
* Good problem solving ability
* Ability to work well in a high pressure environment
* Maintain good attendance
* Must be willing to work flexibly as needed to meet the production requirements. Short notice shift changes need to be accommodated.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £25,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted or free food
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Burntwood WS7 3GN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Can you be flexible with shift changes?
Experience:
* competent use of IT: 1 year (preferred)
* working in target driven busy manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)
* operating production machine: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person