Material Support Operator

Connect Personnel; Penenden Heath; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect Personnel is recruiting a Material Handler for a busy injection moulding operation in the UK. You will ensure production operators have the correct parts and materials when required, keeping the mould shop running smoothly and on schedule.

The role suits a self-motivated individual who works well in a team and is keen to learn quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The shift is Monday to Friday, 6am–2pm; private transport may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and use your own initiative.
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team.
• Good reading, writing and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Reliable, punctual and committed.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Able to work accurately within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness and ability to work a rotating two-shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Supplying production operators with the required parts and materials
• Ensuring production lines remain fully supplied and operate without delays
• Monitoring and replenishing stock levels across the shop floor
• Moving and organising materials safely within the mould shop
• Using basic computer systems to record stock movements and production information
• Supporting general production activities when required
• Communicating material shortages or operational issues to the appropriate team
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment

Skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Reliability & punctuality

Willingness to learn

Fast-paced env.

Rotating shifts

Tools

Forklift/Flexi truck

Job description

We are recruiting a reliable and proactive Material Handler to join a busy injection moulding operation. You will ensure production operators have the correct parts and materials when required, helping the mould shop run efficiently and without unnecessary delays.

This position would suit someone who works well independently, contributes positively to a team and is willing to learn quickly within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The shift is Monday - Friday. 6am - 2pm. Because of the shift times Private transport would be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Supplying production operators with the required parts and materials
• Ensuring production lines remain fully supplied and operate without delays
• Monitoring and replenishing stock levels across the shop floor
• Moving and organising materials safely within the mould shop
• Using basic computer systems to record stock movements and production information
• Supporting general production activities when required
• Communicating material shortages or operational issues to the appropriate team
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and use your own initiative
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team
• Good reading, writing and communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Reliable, punctual and committed
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Able to work accurately within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Willingness and ability to work a rotating two-shift pattern

Desirable Experience

• Previous injection moulding or manufacturing experience
• An understanding of injection moulding materials
• Forklift or Flexi truck experience
• A valid forklift or Flexi truck licence

Full training will be provided where required. This is an excellent opportunity for a dependable and motivated individual to develop their skills within an established manufacturing environment.