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Preparation Technician
Type: Permanent
Location: Dover
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM (flexibility required for occasional production demand). 38 hours per week.
Pay: 24,700 P/A
We are thrilled to collaborate with our esteemed Dover-based client, a company with a rich legacy spanning over 100 years. Renowned globally for their commitment to excellence, they manufacture high-quality, luxury products that set the standard in their industry.
Job Purpose:
To prepare board and print materials ready for the production line, meeting customer specifications and standards while achieving the daily planned output.
Main Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate preparation machinery, including die-cutting and case covering/lining, to deliver quality outputs that meet or exceed customer expectations.
- Collaborate with production teams to meet production plans and customer commitments.
- Maintain high-quality standards in all production activities.
- Minimise waste by promptly reporting issues to the Team Leader.
- Conduct timely repairs of production machinery breakdowns.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance of machinery and equipment.
- Use company systems effectively, maintain accurate stock levels, and interpret product drawings and line plans.
- Identify and implement improvements within the preparation area.
- Maintain a safe and contamination-free working environment.
- Communicate effectively with production teams and Team Leaders to achieve production goals.
- Support new product testing and trials.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager.
- Undertake relevant training and support training efforts for others, including temporary technical support staff.
Person Specification:
Knowledge and expertise required (or the ability to develop these skills quickly through training):
- Operation of auto die-cutting machines.
- Experience with Emmeci liner machinery.
- Proven mechanical and general maintenance skills.
- Proficiency with machinery operation and basic computer use.
- Strong numeracy skills.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- 5 weeks annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
- Pension scheme:
- Life insurance (2x annual salary).
- Retail discount scheme, including discounted gym memberships.
- Cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders.
- Free on-site parking.
We're looking for someone who is a true team player, proactive in their approach, excels at problem-solving, and thrives on constructive feedback. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
