Machine Operator

Scott & Fyfe!; Tayport; Vor Ort; GBP 27.000 - 31.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee stock purchase plan

Profit sharing

Zusammenfassung

A leading textile manufacturing company in Tayport seeks a dedicated machine operator for a permanent, full-time position. This role requires adherence to safety protocols, quality inspections, and machine setup and operation. Candidates must be able to handle shifts spanning day and night cycles, with a salary ranging from £27,000 to £31,000 including allowances. Benefits include a company pension and employee stock purchase options. Interested candidates should apply with a CV and cover letter.

Qualifikationen

• Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Inspect fabrics for defects and ensure product quality.
• Set up and operate textile machines according to specifications.
• Load/unload raw materials and monitor material supply.
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform routine maintenance.
• Record production data accurately and provide updates.
• Collaborate to improve processes and minimize downtime.
• Assist in training new operators and share best practices.

Aufgaben

• Report any safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Adjust machines to maintain product quality.
• Monitor operations for efficiency.
• Replenish material supply as needed.
• Identify and resolve technical issues.

Kenntnisse

Safety compliance

Quality control

Machine setup

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Jobbeschreibung

Benefits

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Profit sharing

Hours: shift based role - working on a pattern of 7 shift across 14 days

With innovation, diversity, and partnership at the heart of our company’s ethos, Scott & Fyfe have been designing and producing a vast range of technical textiles for numerous market areas worldwide for over 160 years.

Due to continued increased growth and output across all of our value streams, we are looking to increase our team of machine operators based, in person, here at our Tayport Factory on a full time and permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities

Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Report any safety concerns or incidents to the appropriate personnel.

Quality Control: Inspect fabrics for defects, irregularities, and deviations from quality standards. Make necessary adjustments to the machines to maintain product quality.

Machine Setup and Operation: Set up, calibrate, and operate technical textile machines according to product specifications and work orders. Monitor machine operations to ensure smooth and efficient production.

Material Handling: Load and unload raw materials onto/from the knitting machines, ensuring proper alignment and tension. Monitor material supply and replenish as needed.

Troubleshooting: Identify and troubleshoot technical issues that may arise during the production process. Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to ensure optimal machine performance.

Data Recording: Accurately record production data, including machine settings, production rates, and any quality-related information. Provide regular updates to supervisors and team members.

Process Optimization: Collaborate with the production team to improve knitting processes, enhance productivity, and minimize downtime. Provide suggestions for process improvements based on first hand experience.

Training and Development: Assist in training new operators on machine setup, operation, and maintenance procedures. Share knowledge and best practices with team members.

Teamwork: Collaborate with colleagues from different departments, such as design, quality assurance, and maintenance, to ensure seamless production processes and successful outcomes.

This is a shift-based role, working on a pattern of 7 shift across 14 days with a mix of day and night shift between Monday and Sunday on 12-hour shifts. You will be expected to be able to travel to Tayport to start your shift independently of public transport to start at 6am or 6pm.

Salary is current Between £27,000-£31,000 including shift allowance.

If you feel you have the skills to join a successful and hardworking team on a permanent basis, becoming part of an employee-owned company, then apply now!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

To apply for this role please submit your CV, cover letter and any relevant portfolio items to [e-mail]