Machine Operative / Production Operative

Our client is a well-established and successful manufacturer. They are looking for an experienced Machine Operative / Production Operative to join their busy manufacturing team. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: * You consider yourself to be physically fit, as standing for 12 hours is a requirement of the job. * Solid experience of working as a Production Operator / Manufacturing Operative in a continuous manufacturing environment (at least 3 years). * Experience of working with large manufacturing machinery is ideal (any experience in plastic manufacturing would be ideal, but not essential, e.g. Injection Moulding / Plastic Extrusion). * Experience of general quality checking finished products, with an eye for detail. * Experience of working to production targets, and doing all necessary to ensure these are met. * Happy to work 12 hours shifts, days and nights on rotation. Salary: To be discussed following application Hours of work: 3 on 3 off, Days and Nights on rotation, 12 hour shifts (7am-7pm / 7pm-7am) Responsibilities: * Operating and overseeing heavy manufacturing machinery. * Carrying out and record quality checks using tools like pi-tapes, micrometers, tape measures, vernier gauges, plug-gauges. * Work to production targets and record scrap, output, product weight and OEE. * Reporting any production/machine issues to management to ensure continuous production. * Operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE), training will be given, any experience is an advantage. * Quality checking products, looking for defects and adjusting production accordingly. * Train new starters once you are fully trained and competent yourself. * Any other duties requested by management to assist with continuous production. This job would suit someone with experience of working a hands-on role in a manufacturing, factory, production environment. Previous job titles may include; Production Line Operative / Manufacturing Operator / Machine Operator / Machine Operative / Machinist / Factory Worker / Assembler / Assembly Operative / Fabrication Operative / Fabricator / Process Operator / Mechanical Fitter / Engineer / Setter / Laminator / Saw Operative / Press Brake Machine Operator / Bandsaw Operative / CNC Operator / Injection Moulding Operative / Extrusion Machine Operative / Extrusion Technician / etc