Technical Operator (Red Shift BMTO 12 mth Secondment)

CooperVision; Southampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

CooperVision is seeking a Technical Operator for a 12-month secondment role focused on maximizing production efficiency in contact lens manufacturing. Ideal candidates will have at least 12 months experience within CooperVision, strong organizational and communication skills, along with a commitment to health and safety protocols.

Benefits

Shift allowance

22 shifts holidays

Pension scheme

Healthcare cover

Life assurance

Wellness Platform access

Discounted contact lens scheme

Extensive training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Production Operator for a minimum of 12 months within CooperVision.
• High degree of verbal, numerical and mechanical reasoning ability.

Responsibilities

• Maximizing the performance of equipment in contact lens manufacturing.
• Conduct quality control checks and document production performance.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Fault Finding

Education

12 months experience as a Production Operator within CooperVision

Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment

Job description

Technical Operator (Red Shift BMTO 12 mth Secondment)

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Job Description

THIS ROLE IS ONLY ACCEPTING INTERNAL APPLICATIONS

THIS ROLE IS OPEN TO PRODUCTION OPERATORS WITH A MINIMUM 12 MONTHS EXPERIENCE WITHIN COOPERVISION

PLEASE ADVISE YOUR MANAGER THAT YOU ARE APPLYING

Job title: Technical Operator – Red Shift BMTO

Job Description

THIS ROLE IS ONLY ACCEPTING INTERNAL APPLICATIONS

THIS ROLE IS OPEN TO PRODUCTION OPERATORS WITH A MINIMUM 12 MONTHS EXPERIENCE WITHIN COOPERVISION

PLEASE ADVISE YOUR MANAGER THAT YOU ARE APPLYING

Job title: Technical Operator – Red Shift BMTO

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Hamble, SP3

GLS: Ungraded

Working hours: Full time, Red Shift, 7pm to 7am, 4 days on, 4 days off

Contract Type: 12 month Secondment

ASSESSMENT PROCESS:

• CV’s reviewed after close date of 3rd July 25
• Successful candidates invited to 1 st stage Interview – Onsite Rig Test (Pass/Fail test)
• Successful candidates from 1 st stage interview invited to 2 nd stage Interview – Onsite OEE Presentation and Interview
  
  
  

Salary - £32,123 plus Shift Allowance

A brighter future awaits you

CooperVision is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improve the way people see each day. It’s more than making contact lenses, it’s about giving lens wearers freedom and confidence to move about their daily lives. We’re all about bright futures – for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.

About you:

We are looking for someone who has strong communication skills and good organisational skills for support and effective interaction across departments. Also, the successful candidate will be able to interpret and analyse data and possesses good fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

Experience & Education:

• Experience as a Production Operator for a minimum of 12 months within CooperVision is essential
• Minimum one year’s experience of working in a result driven manufacturing environment.
• Experience within a high-volume manufacturing area.
• High degree of Verbal, Numerical and Mechanical reasoning ability.
• A high standard of written and spoken English.
• Experience in the use of handling handheld tools.
  
  
  

Job summary – What to expect:

12 month secondment working on the Red shift at SP3 in Hamble, you will perform a range of manufacturing duties on a medium volume line to ensure we are maximising the performance of equipment relating to the contact lens manufacturing process in accordance with related procedures, and Health and Safety guidelines.

You will be responsible for the production of contact lenses through managing and maintaining exceptional module performance to achieve the required quality, yield and volumes in a safe working practise. Use systems which provide module performance data over specific timescales and diagnose ongoing performance related issues and resolve or escalate.

Essential Functions & Accountabilities:

Health & Safety (H&S) & Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Follow standard operating procedures to operate various pieces of manufacturing equipment.
• Comply with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and cleaning routines for all operating equipment.
• Conducting quality control checks and timely review of production statistics to ensure product compliance throughout the process.
  
  
  

Communication

• Document and record module performance on daily handovers.
• Attend meetings and trainings programmes as required.
• Communicate findings related to underperformance and improvements.
  
  
  

Process & Performance

• Maximising the performance of all equipment relating to the contact lens manufacturing process, in accordance with related procedures and Health and Safety Guidelines.
• Monitoring and adjust equipment and process conditions to ensure that ‘right first time’ quality is achieved, and non-conformities are reported.
• Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance in line with the Technical Operator role.
• Participate in and lead Continuous Improvement initiatives based on root causes in order to improve performance and reduce quality loss and improve H&S approach.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose performance related equipment issues which cause loss in yield or volume using systems such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Participate in regular yield meetings by providing data related to dry line and cavity performance and acting to improve.
• Perform batch changeovers and end of run clean down including disassembly and reassembly of necessary equipment whilst maintaining batch integrity.
• Be responsible for initiating and executing all required Out of Control Action Plan’s (OCAP’s) and documentation where required.
  
  
  

Teamwork

• Liaise with Production Engineering, Maintenance, and other support departments to form effective communication and working practices.
• Always promote an environment of teamwork.
• Assists in training new employees when required.
  
  
  

Operational / Business Unit Housekeeping

• Perform all duties and responsibilities required of the Production Operator role as and when required.
• Basic cleaning and maintenance of machinery in accordance with SOP’s.
• Perform additional related tasks as assigned.
  
  
  

Work Environment:

• The post works within a demanding, yet informal, English speaking inclusive environment where there is an ongoing expectation and responsibility to maximise productivity time and productivity levels to ensure targets are met
• The immediate work area is open plan with lots of moving equipment with team members in close proximity.
• Controlled manufacturing environment with a clean room area with required gowning procedures e.g. all hair covered, no make-up and no heels.
• The work, typically carried out over a 12-hour shift is physically demanding and a significant proportion of the shift will require the employee to stand and be active.
• Some of our work areas have a high level of noise. Where this is above prescribed limits, PPE is supplied and must be worn at all times.
• In some roles you may be required to handle chemicals. Full PPE and training will be provided to those who will do so.
• Will be required to undergo annual surveillance health checks.
  
  
  

A Full Job Description Is Available Upon Request.

What we offer:

You’ll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including; 22 shifts holidays, shift allowance 26.09%, pension scheme, healthcare cover, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!

We are committed to our employees’ personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals, we’ll give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.

We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in you career and grow with CooperVision

Please view our careers page at https://hcjy.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1 to view all other opportunities.

About Us

CooperVision is a global leader in the contact lens industry, dedicated to helping improve the way people see every day. Achieving that goal takes the collaboration of team members with wide-ranging skills; from scientists and researchers, to manufacturing and operations experts, to sales and marketing professionals.

At CooperVision, our effort to improve lives begins with our employees. We are committed to developing people as a key global differentiator and our most important asset. We empower employees to succeed, rewarding great thinking and hard work with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and with a special focus on wellness. Our commitment to our core values and an employee-centric culture fuel a deeply engaged, high performing organization.

CooperVision employees pride themselves on being proactive, innovative, flexible and friendly. That's a strong reflection of our corporate culture—and part of the reason CooperVision may be a great workplace for you.

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