Job Title: Production Operator - GRP Hot Press Operator Location: Llantrisant Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Shift Pattern: 4 x 12-Hour Rotation (Days/Nights) About Us: Balmoral Tanks Ltd is a leading European engineering design and manufacturing firm, specializing in a comprehensive range of tank products—the widest available from a single source in the EU. With significant investments in our people and cutting-edge technology, we are recognized for innovation, quality, and excellence in everything we do. Position Overview: We are seeking a GRP Hot Press Operator to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for operating manufacturing processes, ensuring high-quality production standards, and maintaining a safe, clean working environment in line with our safety policies. Key Responsibilities: Operate machinery in a safe and efficient manner, adhering to all company policies and procedures. Manage the GRP (Glass Reinforced Polymer) Hot Press Operation, ensuring a minimum daily target of 90 units per shift (subject to demand). Manual Handling: Products range from 10kg to 28kg for loading/unloading. Quality Focus: Ensure a high level of quality and productivity is maintained throughout. Conduct pre-start checks and perform dimensional checks and visual inspections of the first items produced. Follow detailed production steps: Cut and load wet GRP SMC material into the hot press. Safely operate the automated hot press for GRP panel pressing. Unload finished dry GRP panels. Trim components to remove excess materials. Conduct a 100% visual inspection to maintain exceptional quality standards. Accurately label and mark finished panels, ensuring correct documentation and palletization. Move materials using appropriate equipment such as pump trucks and powered pallet trucks. Additional Duties (Training Provided): Bonding and insulating GRP panels. Drilling panels according to manufacturing specifications. Maintain high housekeeping standards. Collaborate with the team to meet tight production deadlines and targets. Adhere strictly to all Health & Safety regulations. Complete production records and paperwork in line with Good Documentation Practice (GDP). Support stores, picking, packing, and despatch operations when required. What We Offer: Ongoing Training and Development : Grow and enhance your skills with continuous support. Annual Leave Entitlement: Increases with length of service. Discounts & Benefits Scheme: Gain access to exclusive discounts. Free On-Site Parking: Enjoy the convenience and security of free parking. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal and work-related challenges. Profit-Based Bonus Scheme: Share in the company’s success through our rewarding bonus system. Additional Benefits: Balmoral pension scheme. Cycle-to-work scheme. Gym membership. Life insurance coverage. Referral program. On-site store discounts. Our Commitment to Excellence: At Balmoral Tanks Ltd, we are driven by our commitment to uphold the RATER principles: Responsiveness: A proactive approach to customer needs. Authority: Providing expert knowledge and reliable solutions. Tangibles: Ensuring professionalism in every aspect, from our staff to our equipment. Empathy: Understanding and addressing customer concerns with care. Reliability: Delivering on our promises for quality, timelines, and service. Join Us: If you’re looking to be part of a fast-growing, innovative company where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to become a key member of our team and contribute to our ongoing success.