Polisher – Dagenham - 3 month Contract (£25.00 ph Umbrella)
Role Overview
On behalf of our client, an automotive manufacturer, we are currently recruiting a Polisher to join their state-of-the-art production facility in Dagenham. The Polisher role sits within the Operations & Logistics team and is responsible for rectifying paint on parts using machine-operated polishers.
Key Activities
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Polishing & Detailing: Use machine-operated polishers and hand-polishing techniques to rectify paint defects, ensuring the highest aesthetic standards.
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Surface Preparation: Prepare surfaces and rectify paint contaminants such as inclusions and orange peel, utilizing your expertise in paint processes.
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Quality Assurance: Take responsibility for the quality of products produced within your area through compliance with quality systems, proactively identifying and rectifying defects.
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Documentation & Process Adherence: Complete any required process documentation in line with build instructions, and suggest improvements to enhance product quality.
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Housekeeping: Maintain high standards of housekeeping and hygiene at all times.
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Supply Chain Management: Ensure the effective supply and movement of parts/products to and from the section.
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Health & Safety Compliance: Act in accordance with all company guidelines and policies, especially those related to Environmental Health and Safety, ethics, values, and codes of conduct.
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Team Collaboration: Work with the paint department to rectify issues, and with your team to overcome potential roadblocks, prevent their recurrence, and implement permanent preventative actions.
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Other Duties: Undertake any other reasonable tasks as requested by your direct manager.
Skills & Experience
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Quality Improvement: A good understanding of quality improvement and continuous improvement requirements.
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Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills.
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Attention to Detail: Demonstrable experience in correcting surface defects and contamination.
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Technical Skills: Experience with paint thickness measurements, paint finishes, and external paint detailing.
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Proactive Attitude: Uphold an upbeat “can do” attitude, with a proactive and positive approach.
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Pressure Management: Ability to work under pressure and prioritize own workload.
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Health & Safety: Adherence to HSE guidelines ensuring personal safety and the safety of others.
Competencies
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Technical Capability: Proficient in the use of polishing tools and techniques.
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Communication Skills: Communicates in a clear and concise way.
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Team Working: Works collaboratively with all associates.
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Interpersonal Skills: Listens to others and motivates the team.
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Innovation: Proactive in approaching new challenges and removing roadblocks.
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Quality Adherence: Follows SOPs and maintains process integrity.
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HSE Compliance: Works to the highest HSE standards