Production Operator

Sherwin Williams; Shotton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Shotton seeks an Operator to ensure efficient production operations and cover various roles as needed. The ideal candidate will be responsible for product filling, maintaining quality checks, and supporting collaborative efforts with other departments. Applicants must exhibit strong communication skills and a commitment to safety. Training will be provided as necessary, with expectations for active involvement in process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for manufacture or filling of products on specific machines.
• Ensure production operations meet standards and efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with Supervisor and Planning on workload.

Job description

• All employees are legally responsible for their own health and safety as well as those who may be affected by their acts or omissions. They are also legally required to co-operate in health and safety matters as directed by their employer.
• The correct protective preventative clothing and equipment must be worn at all times in designated areas.
• The Operator is responsible for the manufacture or filling of products on a specific machine or process in order to satisfy production requirements.
• Ensure Production operations are carried out to an effective standard and with efficiency so the production schedule is achieved - promote a self-managing approach.
• Ensure the workload is carried out effectively in collaboration with Supervisor and Planning, including updating scheduling boards, where necessary.
• To follow standard operating procedures (SOP's) where relevant.
• The Operator needs to ensure that the quality of the product is accurate and the correct quality checks are completed during production/filling.
• Promote working relationships with other relevant departments, for example Engineering, Filling/Packing, Quality etc.
• For the Operator's specific machine or process, all aspects of general housekeeping, including 5's, are to be maintained during their shift.
• Cross cover and deputise for other Operators in case of absence and annual leave as required, as well as deputising in other areas as required.
• To be actively involved in two way communication and the development and introduction of improvement initiatives.
• Appropriate training is undertaken as required of the post.
• Performs other duties as assigned