Job Details

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: -

•             £12.91 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.