Production Operative

Nicholas Associates are seeking to hire a Production Operative to join an expanding global business in the FMCG sector based in the Chesterfield area. If you are enthusiastic, focussed and ambitious with the desire to develop in a thriving business then this could be the role for you.

Key Role Objectives & Responsibilities:

• Operation of Actuator assembly production lines and semi-automated Valve and Pump machines working on a rotational basis.

• Perform quality control tasks according to cycle of control to ensure products conform to customer specifications taking full responsibility for accurate and timely checks.

• Reviewing machine faults and rectifying to ensure continuous production.

• Repair/refurb components that are used in the production lines/machines.

• Preventative and routine technical maintenance & cleaning.

• Be fully trained on the automated systems which includes Laser Guided Vehicles and fully automated palletisers.

• Perform quality control according to cycle of control to ensure products conform to customer specifications.

• Using the challenge checks to test for any Quality errors or faults

• Responsible for the upkeep of tools/tool boxes in ensuring having all of the tools at hand all of the time.

• Responsible for the upkeep of the Production workshop in both using and cleaning.

• Support the business with Holiday/absence cover.

• Maintain high standards of health and safety practices and adhere to housekeeping measures.

• Actively looking to improve on Productivity and share this drive with other shifts.

• Testing and hands-on development (Kaizen improvement system)

Key Skills and Experience

• HSE Awareness

• Product awareness and identification

• Operating automated & Semi-automated production lines.

• Mechanical/Pneumatic and Electrical experience advantageous.

• Committed team player willing to support and help colleagues.

• Working in a busy production environment.

• Analytical & Computer Skills.

• Ability to read diagrams, technical drawings & manuals.

• Ability to fault find to component level.

• Ability to understand production planning to ensure production flow

• Experience of 5 why s

Hours and Benefits: -

• GBP12.91 per hour (including 15% shift allowance)

• Full time/permanent position

• 24/7 shift pattern 2 days shifts (6am to 6pm) followed by 2 night shifts (6pm to 6am) followed by 4 days off

• 23 days holiday

• Pension scheme

• Life Assurance

• Laundered Uniform

• Training budget available

• Onsite parking

• Drinks and fruit provided.