General Factory Assistant

General Factory Assistant
Crayford, Kent
Full Time - Temp
Monday - Thursday 07:00 - 16:00 (30-minute Lunch)
Friday 07:00 - 11:15
Reporting to Manufacturing Manager
design and manufacture lighting for architectural, marine and display use. Founded in 1979 we now have over 40 years' experience in the lighting industry, we have built up a reputation for high quality, well made and innovative products backed up by efficient and reliable customer service. We have the pleasure of working with some of the top lighting designers around the world, and many of our products have been developed in consultation with them. We are very proud of the fact that all our products are manufactured in the UK which helps us ensure innovation, quality, flexibility on delivery and the production of custom fittings. We have supplied lighting for a wide variety of projects throughout the world, with 50% of our production now exported.
The role is to provide support for areas within the production process and to upkeep all areas of the business to a good standard. Previous experience in this kind of role is required and beneficial skills include drilling, tapping, sand blasting and using a saw. You must be motivated, conscientious and willing to prioritise tasks where appropriate. You must be good at time management and able to take instructions from the manager.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Undertaking reactive tasks in all areas of the production process to high quality standards including:
basic assembly work from a drawing
Be able to drill (metal work)
Be able to tap (metal work)
Be able to use the saw
To be able to Sand blast
To be able to help with picking/kitting.
Be able to assist with paint preparation.
Keep the outside area clean and tidy
Candidate Requirements
You must be able to take instruction, not only from your direct manager but related authority levels in order to get the job done.
Ability to build good rapport with all departments.
Excellent communication and organisation skills. You must be able to work on your own initiative.
Standing and/or walking for long periods of time.
Lifting and moving products up to 15kg in weight
Lifting bending, reaching over head, kneeling, crouching, and/or stretching throughout shift.
The ability to read manufacturing general assembly drawings.
Must have excellent attention to detail.
Clean driving licence would be preferred but not essential.
Forklift licence would be preferred but not essential.
What we offer
Training and development in line with the job requirements.
Discretionary company performance related bonus
Private healthcare inc. Dental and Optical
Employee Assistance Programme
20 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 25 days in year two)
Additional holiday for long service
Pension scheme - company matches employee 4% contribution
Cycle to work scheme
Dell advantage for employees with Dell UK
Casual working environment
Multiple social events throughout the year As much tea & coffee as, you can consume!
Dependant on length of service

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