JA1367 - Machine Operator

Location: Reading, RG30

Salary - £12 - £13/hour DOE 20% uplift for night shift

Type - Permanent

Hours - Days Monday - Friday Week 1 (Apply online only) Week 2 (Apply online only)
               Nights Sunday - Thursday 10pm - 06am

Overview:

We are currently recruiting for a Day Shift and Night Shift Machine Operator positions for our client. The Machine operators hold an important role within this organisation. You need to be a good team player, able to communicate effectively with other operatives, setters and supervisors and at all levels in the company. You will be responsible for supporting the setters and there is the ability to learn to set and progress within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with minimal supervision
To be responsible for the quality of parts produced and ensure they conform to company standards and product drawings.
To ensure all the company procedures are followed with respect to product checking.
To run machines to achieve cycle times as recorded on the route cards.
Assist Setter/Team Leader in improving changeover times, machine running efficiencies and tooling set ups.
Operate punch presses.
Keep work areas clean and tidy to help minimise the risk of accidents.
Ensure health and safety of self and others at all times.
Assistant in maintenance on machines as and when required.
Transportation of goods within the factory, assisting with stock checks and general housekeeping within the manufacturing unit.
To take part in any continual improvement programmes
 
Skills & Experience:

Numerate and literate Able to read technical drawings.
Able to use measuring equipment (micrometres/verniers)
Desirable:

Experience of manufacturing best practice (SMED 5S etc.).
Counterbalance fork truck licence
First aid Manufacturing.
Engineering or mechanical background
PC skills
Sheet metal or fabrication experience
Personal attributes:

Positive “Can Do” Attitude
Accuracy / Attention to detail
Self-motivated
Team player
Cost conscious
Flexible Able to multitask
Open to change/new challenges
Able to provide clear and concise information at all levels
Benefits:

Company pension
20 days holiday + Public after first year 5 additional emergency days
Company profits related pay scheme

Overtime available when workload requires