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Machine Operator
Newport
Permanent
£12.50 per hour
Monday to Thursday - 8am to 4.30pm, Friday, 7am to 12pm
Acorn by Synergie is looking for Machine Operators to work in Newport for their client. There will be travelling to Treforest for initial 2 months work. Fuel allowance will be given to cover whilst working in Treforest.
Job Duties:
* Run a range of production machines / processes to produce products to the quality standards required & achieve out-put standards set
* Apply best practice standards in all areas of H&S, quality produced, standard operating procedures (SOP's) & data recording
* Demonstrate good house keeping
* Ensure PPE is maintained & used as prescribed
* Create & maintain accurate records relating to machine out-puts & down time. Ensure all paperwork including start-up check sheets are completed daily
* Actively support Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) & all assigned Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) required
* Assist with Risk Assessments & all safety improvement activities
* Actively participate in all continuous improvement activities / initiatives & Kaisen events. Proactively identify & make recommendations for improvements
* Train other operators as required.
* Sharing experience, best practice, relaying all relevant knowledge & information with colleagues
* Carry out hand assembly work & general duties as required
* Any other duties as required by the Production Manager
Ideal Requirements:
* Time served machine operator
* Knowledge / experience of mechanical / electrical PLC & Pneumatic systems
* Experience in lean manufacturing / continuous improvement techniques & tools 5s, Kaisen etc.
* Machine setting experience
* Experience of statistical process control (SPC)
Minimum Skill Requirements:
* Experience in a manufacturing environment
* Broad knowledge of equipment types: -packaging & processing
* Awareness of modern technology
* Good communication skills & attitude
* Team player
* Flexible - able to work shifts & cover over time when required
* Competent & self-motivated
To be considered, please apply with your up to date CV.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
