About the role
OVERALL PURPOSE:
To ensure raw materials are received into the business correctly, processed and distributed into the appropriate work centre when required.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Picking, cutting and preparing of material (e.g. billets) for use on machine tools and delivering them to the appropriate work stations,
- Unloading and loading of vehicles using Forklift Truck / Pallet Stacker,
- Use of various lifting aids,
- Operation of automatic and manual saws (full training given),
- Use of calibrated measuring equipment,
- Paperwork check and visual inspection of incoming material in accordance with Company procedures,
- Book in materials onto SAP and allocate to required location on the system,
- Move raw material into relevant racking locations,
- Issuing tooling and transacting in SAP System,
- Ensuring high standards of housekeeping are maintained throughout the Metal Prep / Goods Inwards area to avoid hazards as per the Ipeco Health and Safety policy and report any potential dangers to area Supervisor as soon as they arise,
- Work with other departments to resolve issues,
- Undertake other duties, from time to time, as can be reasonably requested by the Company,
- Undertake any internal / external training as required,
- Liaising with other departments such as Production Control and Manufacturing to deal with any issues or queries that may arise,
- Some heavy and unbalanced lifting required,
- Ensure all Company rules and regulations are met.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience working within an engineering environment
- Experience using cutting saws
- Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
- GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade C or above
- Fork Lift Truck Licence
- Proficient in IT systems, including MS Office
- Experience working with IT systems, such as SAP or other ERP systems
- Experience using measuring equipment
- Experience operating forklifts/ Hydraulic Pallet Trucks etc.
PERSONAL SKILLS:
- Team Player
- Strong Work Can-do Ethic
- Exceptional at building relationships
- Strong attention to detail and time management
- High awareness of Productivity and Quality
- Excellent Communication skills
- Flexibility
- Takes responsibility for actions
- Learn, apply, and improve
COMPANY BENEFITS:
- Health Care Cash Plan*
- Employee Assistance Programme*
- Contributory Pension Scheme for eligible employees (6% increasing to 7%)
- Enhanced holiday (24 days holiday in addition to UK bank and public holidays)
- Life Assurance
- Company Sick Pay Scheme*
- Flexitime
- Early finish on Fridays
- Sports and Social Club
- Free car parking
- Free access to a local gym**
- Onsite café**
(*Available after 1 year of service)
(** Based in Rochford / Southend on Sea)
Due to the anticipated high number of applications to be received, unfortunately we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates. If you have not had a response from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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