Opportunity to join a specialist manufacturing business based in Catterick, North Yorkshire. You will be working within the Production Area, supporting the manufacturing of polyurethane and foam products.
You will receive training and development in role, with the opportunity to build technical experience and progress internally.
Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturing business
Based in Catterick, North Yorkshire
£13.25 per hour
Monday to Thursday dayshift only 6:30am to 4:30pm
Working within a hands-on production environment
Training and development available in role
Opportunity to build technical skills across production, inspection, packing and machinery operation
Progression opportunities
FLT, IOSH, First Aid and Fire Marshall qualifications are desirable or development areas
UK full driving licence required due to location
Temporary to Permanent opportunity
THE BUSINESS
Would you like to work for a specialist manufacturing business operating within the energy sector
Westray Recruitment is working with a fantastic business based at Colburn Business Park in Catterick, North Yorkshire. The business manufactures specialist products using polyurethane and foam production processes and supports a range of production, testing, packing and inspection activities.
The company is looking for an Operator to join its Production Area. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will support production operations, machine set-up, product inspection, packing, documentation and general manufacturing duties.
THE ROLE
You will be responsible for setting up, adjusting and monitoring polyurethane and foam production machines, ensuring they are operated efficiently and safely.
Some of your duties will include:
Setting up and adjusting polyurethane and foam production machines
Monitoring machines for efficient and economical use
Reporting any issues immediately to the Team Leader or Head of Production
Loading chemicals into machines by hand, lifting equipment or forklift truck
Operating production equipment in line with standard operating procedures
Using equipment such as ovens, heated tables, degassing units and compressors
Processing standard company products including VBRs, bend stiffeners and seals
Completing job cards, maintenance records, calibration forms, scrap records, NCRs and housekeeping forms
Cleaning, priming, assembling and maintaining moulds
Reading and understanding basic manufacturing drawings
Inspecting products using measuring equipment
Assisting the Team Leader and Head of Production with production schedules
Assisting engineers with testing activities on and off site
Maintaining tools, vehicles, lifting equipment, forklift trucks and production equipment
Reporting any defects immediately
Packing goods ready for shipment
Assembling and building up components
Completing product inspection and record keeping
Controlling goods coming into the company and allocating them to the correct projects
Carrying out manual handling duties safely
Following all Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental policies
Complying with company policies, procedures and instructions
Supporting a range of work to help the department respond to business requirements
Performing any other duties assigned by the Directors or Head of Production
THE PERSON
You will have a positive, practical and hands-on approach to work. You will be able to follow instructions carefully, work methodically and communicate clearly with colleagues across the production team.
This role would suit someone with experience in manufacturing, production, polyurethane, foam processes, product inspection or a similar hands-on environment.
You will need:
Ability to follow written and spoken instructions
Good communication skills
Good numeracy and literacy skills
Excellent teamwork skills
Ability to work quickly and methodically
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Willingness to follow directions closely
Ability to use necessary tools and machines
Good understanding of manufacturing processes, including polyurethane and foam
UK full driving licence
THE PACKAGE
Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturing business
Based in Catterick, North Yorkshire
£13.25 per hour
Monday to Thursday dayshift only 6:30am to 4:30pm
Working within a hands-on production environment
Training and development available in role
Opportunity to build technical skills across production, inspection, packing and machinery operation
Progression opportunities
FLT, IOSH, First Aid and Fire Marshall qualifications are desirable or development areas
UK full driving licence required due to location
Temporary to Permanent opportunity
TO APPLY
Please apply for this position through (url removed) and your CV will go directly to our consultant who is leading the search. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please get in touch with the Industrial team on (phone number removed)
Salary description
£13.25 - £13.25 per hour