A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Machine Operator/Setter. To set-up & operate production machines / equipment / processes in a safe, efficient & effective manner.

Location: Newport

Hours of work: Mon to Thurs 08.00 - 16.30. Fri 07.00 - 12.00

Salary: £26,000 per annum.

Pension Employee 5% Company 3%

25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Group income protection.

Essential Job Functions/ Responsibilities

Set up and run a range of production machines / processes to produce products to the quality standards required & achieve out-put standards set
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.
Actively participate in all continuous improvement activities / initiatives.
Carry out hand assembly work & general duties as required
Any other duties as required by the Production Manager.

Minimum Skill 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
Broad knowledge of equipment types: -packaging & processing
Good communication skills & attitude
Team player
Flexible - able to work shifts & cover over time when required.

For more information, please contact Naomi on (phone number removed).

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