Production Machine Operative – Coated Conversion
Salary: £26,607 per annum (£13.12 per hour)
Working Hours: 39 hours per week Monday to Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00 Friday: 08:30 – 16:00
Permanent roleSuccessful candidate will be expected to contribute to maintaining high standards of product quality, production efficiency, and workplace safety across all manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Operation & Production
Set up, calibrate and operate joint preparation and production machinery in line with work instructions and specificationsCarry out cutting, slitting, pressing, assembly and belt nesting processesMonitor machine performance and make adjustments to optimise output and minimise downtimeEnsure all products meet required quality standards throughout the manufacturing process
Quality Control
Inspect joints, belts and finished products for accuracy and consistencyConduct in-process and final quality checksIdentify defects or inconsistencies and take corrective action where appropriateAccurately complete production and quality control records
Maintenance & Housekeeping
Perform routine machine maintenance and cleaning to ensure optimal performanceReport faults, breakdowns or safety concerns promptly to managementMaintain a clean, organised and safe working environment in accordance with company standards
Product-Specific Duties
Operate processes including:
Cutting materials to length and sizePressing and assembly of abrasive beltsSlitting materials to required widthsPacking and preparing finished goods for dispatchManufacture Wheels: cookie cutting, centre bore drilling, dressing, marking and inspectionPoints: drilling, gluing, shank mounting, curing, finishing and inspection
Health & Safety
Adhere strictly to all health and safety regulations and company policiesUse personal protective equipment (PPE) as requiredContribute to a safe working culture and report hazards immediately
Teamwork & Continuous Improvement
Work collaboratively with colleagues across productionFollow instructions from supervisors and support team objectivesContribute to continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies in processes
Skills & Experience
Essential
Good level of literacy and numeracyStrong attention to detail and commitment to qualityAbility to follow technical instructions and production documentationGood communication and teamwork skills
Desirable
Previous experience in a manufacturing or machine operation roleBasic mechanical aptitude and understanding of production processes
Performance Expectations
Demonstrate reliability and consistency in production outputMaintain high-quality standards with minimal supervisionDevelop a strong understanding of all production processesContribute positively to team performance and workplace culture
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