Guillotine Operator

Dudley Source: WhatJobs

£13 - £14 per hour

Pertemps Dudley Industrial seeks a Guillotine Operator in Cradley, paying £13 to £14 hourly on a full-time, temp-to-perm basis. Working Monday through Friday, 8am until 4pm, the successful candidate will set and run guillotine machinery, cutting sheet metal, steel and similar stock to precise measurements.

A valid overhead crane licence is essential, as lifting equipment must be used safely when moving heavy items. Applicants should read engineering drawings, check finished dimensions and maintain machinery. Prior experience within manufacturing or engineering is expected, along with a strong regard for health and safety on the shop floor.

Guillotine Operator / Overhead Crane Operator Location: Dudley Salary: £13 - £14 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm Job Type: Temporary to Permanent

Duties

Operating and setting guillotine machinery
Cutting sheet metal, steel and other materials to required sizes
Reading measurements, drawings and job specifications
Setting machinery and checking dimensions
Operating an overhead crane to lift, move and position materials
Loading and unloading materials safely
Moving raw materials and finished products around the factory
Carrying out quality checks and ensuring accurate production
Following production schedules and manufacturing instructions
Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
Complying with Health & Safety procedures and company policies
Working as part of a busy production, manufacturing and engineering team

Ideal Candidate

Previous experience as a Guillotine Operator, Guillotine Machine Operator, Sheet Metal Worker or Production Operative
Experience operating industrial guillotines within a manufacturing, engineering, fabrication or sheet metal environment
A valid Overhead Crane Licence / Overhead Crane Certificate
Experience using lifting equipment to safely move heavy materials
Ability to work from measurements, specifications and engineering drawings
Good attention to detail and accuracy
Understanding of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing processes
Good awareness of workplace Health & Safety
Reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude
Ability to work independently and as part of a team