Factory Services Operator

Job Reference Number: UOS040755
Job Title:Factory Services Operator
Faculty: Advanced Manufacturing Group
Department: AMRC NW
Location: Blackburn (AMRC North West, Roy Chadwick Way, Samlesbury Enterprise Zone, Mellor Brook, Blackburn, BB2 7HP)
Salary: Grade 4 £23,700 – £25,138 per annum, with potential to progress to £27,181 per annum through sustained exceptional contribution
Closing Date: 31 May 2024

We have a great opportunity at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre North West (AMRC NW) for a proactive and hardworking Factory Services Operator to become part of our growing team.

You will be required to undertake a wide variety of tasks including maintaining & cleaning a range of areas & equipment including, but not limited to, workshop & yard, CNC machine tools, vacuum cleaners, conveyors etc.

You will also provide labour support for the research teams on the site. Typically, you will have relevant experience in a similar role with some experience working in a manufacturing business.

Formal engineering qualifications are not considered crucial for this role, but experience from a similar manufacturing background would be highly desirable. This role will involve manual handling, use of power tools, cleaning equipment and general site maintenance.

About the AMRC North West

This pioneering manufacturing research centre is an outstanding place to work, with innovative machinery and technology. Our integrated project teams work on high value projects for numerous important clients and expect the factory and associated areas to be maintained to a high standard.

We have some of the most difficult engineering problems pass through our teams at the AMRC and they work in a focused manner to supply potential solutions with varied Partners. You will be in an environment that nurtures creative thinking, combining the development of research and technology theories and applied manufacturing solutions in a non- production environment.

For more information, please visit the AMRC website.

What We Offer

- Up to 38 days’ annual leave (including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase additional days.
- Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities.
- A highly competitive pension scheme.
- Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme.
- A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes.
- An inclusive and diverse workplace.
- A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, support for those going through the menopause, experiencing fertility treatment and having a baby, paid leave for IVF treatment and more.

Further information can be found on our website.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £23,700.00-£25,138.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: UOS040755