Machine Operator

Newport (training taking place in Treforest initially)

Permanent

£11.16 per hour, rising to £12.31 per hour as of April 2024

Monday to Thursday – 8am to 4.30pm, Friday, 7am to 12pm

Acorn by Synergie is looking for Machine Operators to work in Newport for their client. There will be travelling to Treforest for initial 2 months work. Fuel allowance will be given to cover whilst working in Treforest.

Job Duties:

• Run a range of production machines / processes to produce products to the quality standards required & achieve out-put standards set
• Apply best practice standards in all areas of H&S, quality produced, standard operating procedures (SOP’s) & data recording
• Demonstrate good house keeping
• Ensure PPE is maintained & used as prescribed
• Create & maintain accurate records relating to machine out-puts & down time. Ensure all paperwork including start-up check sheets are completed daily
• Actively support Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) & all assigned (Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) required
• Assist with Risk Assessments & all safety improvement activities
• Actively participate in all continuous improvement activities / initiatives & Kaisen events. Proactively identify & make recommendations for improvements
• Train other operators as required.
• Sharing experience, best practice, relaying all relevant knowledge & information with colleagues
• Carry out hand assembly work & general duties as required
• Any other duties as required by the Production Manager

Ideal Requirements:

• Time served machine operator
• Knowledge / experience of mechanical / electrical PLC & Pneumatic systems
• Experience in lean manufacturing / continuous improvement techniques & tools 5s, Kaisen etc.
• Machine setting experience
• Experience of statistical process control (SPC)

Minimum Skill Requirements:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Broad knowledge of equipment types: -packaging & processing
• Awareness of modern technology
• Good communication skills & attitude
• Team player
• Flexible – able to work shifts & cover over time when required
• Competent & self-motivated

To be considered, please apply with your up to date CV.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Location : Newport

HOW TO APPLY

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