General Production Operative (Disley)

Northwood Consuma Tissue Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Operative to support mill operations and ensure product consistency. In this dynamic role, you will operate various machinery, maintain equipment, and adhere to quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have problem-solving skills and basic IT proficiency, with a background in manufacturing. Join a team that values operational efficiency and contributes to maximizing factory output. If you're eager to develop your skills in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Basic IT skills and problem-solving abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor machinery to ensure smooth production.
• Maintain accurate records of production output and downtime.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Basic IT Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

5 GCSE’s of C and above

Tools

FLT

Clamp truck

Skid-steer

MEWP (Cherry Picker)

Job description

To provide the mill with general operative support in order to meet site standards to maintain product consistency, equipment reliability, operational efficiency and maximise factory output, in compliance with group policies.

To operate the facility in execution of all operational tasks on a day-to-day basis. This includes logistics, materials handling, small maintenance tasks and operating specific equipment to the required standards.

Production Operative Duties

• Operating and monitoring machinery to ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Maintain operating costs through auditing and controlling against centreline settings.
• Keeping accurate records of production output and downtime and working as a team to reach output targets.
• Operation of FLT, Clamp truck, Skid-steer and MEWP (Cherry Picker).
• Undertaking routine maintenance and cleaning of the machinery, which includes carrying out FLT checks against the checklist daily.
• Adhering to quality, health, and safety procedures and regulations.
• Troubleshooting day to day issues.

If you have experience or an interest in developing skills in manufacturing and production, as a Production Operative, or Manufacturing Operative, apply today!

Job Requirements

Essential to the role

• Basic IT Skills & Microsoft Office Use.
• Excellent Problem-Solving ability.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred

• 5 GCSE’s of C and above.
• Previous experience operating an FLT, Clamp truck, Skid-steer and MEWP (Cherry Picker) – training will be provided.