Machine Operator/ Press Setter

Here at Halmer Recruit, we are currently recruiting for an Assistant Press setter & operator for our busy client in Woking.

Jobs main summary...

Supporting the Press Shop Supervisor and willing to learn how to set up and operate various power press and other machinery within the Press Shop. Ensuring a safe and tidy work area to meet the demands of our customers and all internal stakeholders. Maintaining all necessary safety and regulatory daily logs/records as required by law.

The role will include but isn't limited to the following...

• Maintain safe working practices and observe Health & Safety regulations in accordance with Company Policy & current legislation at all times.
• Maintain a high standard of Housekeeping ensuring areas are clean, tidy and hazard free.
• Complete tasks within a specified timeframe.
• Tool changeovers including set and operate.
• Change over materials (Sheet, Strip, Coil, etc.).
• Day-to-day maintenance of Presses and associated equipment.
• Updating daily safety and regulatory logs/records.
• Conduct monthly cycle counts.
• Cover for Press setter and other machinery operators as required.
• The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not restrictive and the post holder may be required to undertake any other duties which may be required from time to time.

The ideal candidate will have the following...

• Must have previous Press setter/operator experience.
• Willingness to learn all aspects of the role and have a desire to develop own abilities.
• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
• Able to read, verify and interpret production drawings, material specifications and technical standards.
• Knowledge of the materials, machinery and equipment related to metal fabrication/manufacturing is advantageous.
• Good level of numeracy and literacy.
• Ability to work and collaborate with people across all functions.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Result orientated.
• Self-motivated, with a high level of urgency, attention to detail and a positive can-do attitude.
• Punctual and flexible approach to working to meet project deadlines.
• Ability/robustness to self-prioritise work.
• A basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing Techniques and reporting KPIs would be advantageous.
• PUWER - Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations certificate.
• Forklift licence and experience

Hours days & pay...

• Monday to Friday.
• 07:45am until 16:30 pm (Half hour lunch break)
• Fridays early finish of 11:45am.
• Negotiable salary.

If you like the sound of this role, have the right experience & would like to be considered, please apply here so a member of our team can contact you to discuss further.