Nights - Factory Operative

Factory Operative – Medway

Full-Time | 46 Hours per Week

Monday - Thursday | 6pm- 6am

Manufacturing. Production. Machinery.

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Factory Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Medway .

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous factory, production or manufacturing experience who is looking for a practical, hands-on role within a specialist production environment.

Working within the Ceramic Shell Line , you will be responsible for supporting the processing of castings through several stages of production, including machinery operation, quality checks, manual processes and accurate production recording.

The Role

Working as part of the production team, you'll be responsible for ensuring components are processed safely, accurately and in line with required manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities will include:

• Operating and managing specialist production machinery
• Loading and unloading robotic production equipment
• Monitoring the operation of the Ceramic Shell Line robot
• Carrying out manual dipping processes when required
• Mixing and testing slurry used within the manufacturing process
• Operating specialist production equipment
• Carrying out patching and repair work on moulds
• Completing burnout processes
• Processing components in accordance with technical cards and work instructions
• Carrying out manual handling duties
• Recording production activity using touchscreen systems
• Accurately completing job cards and production documentation
• Carrying out slurry and shell quality control checks
• Monitoring product quality throughout the manufacturing process
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Supporting the wider production team as required

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within a factory, manufacturing, production or engineering environment
• Comfortable working in a hands-on and practical role
• Experience operating machinery or production equipment would be advantageous
• Strong attention to detail
• Good awareness of quality standards
• Ability to follow written instructions and manufacturing procedures
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable carrying out manual handling duties
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to learn new production processes and equipment
• Comfortable working within a busy manufacturing environment

Experience within engineering, casting, foundry, ceramics, aerospace, metalwork or specialist manufacturing would be particularly beneficial.

Health & Safety

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Wear the correct PPE at all times
• Follow all site Health & Safety procedures
• Handle chemicals and materials in accordance with COSHH requirements
• Follow relevant Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the department
• Work safely around machinery and production equipment

What's On Offer

• Full-time position
• 46 hours per week
• Monday to Thursday working pattern
• Opportunity to develop experience within specialist manufacturing
• Hands-on role working with machinery and production processes
• Training provided on specialist equipment and procedures
• Established and supportive production environment

If you're a reliable and practical individual with experience in manufacturing, production or factory work, apply today!

Please note, due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted. </p

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