Production Operative

Job Title: Production Operative

Salary \- Starting at £12\.71 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Days / Hours per week: 40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 17:00, Friday 08:00 – 14:30

Job Ref: PO/01

About us

We are a bespoke glass and glazing contractor based in the Valleys of South Wales, covering the UK and Europe. Our aim is to provide a unique service with both our products and our quality finished pieces. With a strong team\-focused approach, we work alongside architects, designers, shop fit\-out contractors, main contractors and the client to bring design intent to life.

Our Values

Our Values are essential to our business, and we expect everyone at Abbey Glass to adhere and represent the following:

·Inspiration

· Collaboration

· Innovation

· Communication

· Responsibility

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Operative to join us here at Abbey Glass. If you are looking to join a growing and passionate business with the potential to progress and develop your skillset, we want to hear from you!

Responsible to the Production Manager, the role of Production Operative is to ensure that the planned works are carried out efficiently and to capacity so that order deadlines are met.

Key Accountabilities

1\. Set up machine (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle

2\. Check finished products to ensure quality and standards are met.

3\. Ensure Machine Cleaning Schedules are adhered to and sheets filled in.

4\. Communicate any issues to Team Leader/Planner.

5\. Ensure all finished processes are scanned.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

· Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed)

· Feed raw material or parts to semi\-automated machines

· Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools

· Test operation of machines periodically

· Fix issues that might occur during the shift

· Check output to spot any machine\-related mistakes or flaws

· Keep records of approved and defective units or final products

· Maintain activity logs

· To pick items required for works and set them out for the appropriate business area.

· Cleaning machinery

· Covering for colleagues

Skills and Requirements

· Proven experience as a Production Operative

· Working knowledge of diverse high\-speed machinery and measurement tools

· Understanding of production procedures

· Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)

· Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals

· Analytical skills

· Attention to detail

· Teamwork and communication skills

· Physical stamina and strength to lift for long periods

· High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plus

Employee Benefits

We offer a range of employee benefits: on\-site parking, early finish on Friday’s, Employee Assistance Programme, discounted corporate gym membership, Cycle to Work Scheme.

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: From £12\.71 per hour

Benefits:

• Cycle to work scheme


• Employee discount


• Free parking


• Health \& wellbeing programme


• On\-site parking

• Glass Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)


• Production Operative: 1 year (preferred)

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