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Production Operative

Reed
Posted a day ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Sheffield, South Yorkshire S5 8DP

Salary

£28,000 - £16 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Sawing Operative position offers an annual salary of £28,000, which includes a 16% shift allowance.
  • This full-time role requires experience with overhead cranes and a strong team player mentality, with a preference for candidates who have a FLT Licence.
  • The successful candidate will operate semi-automatic Kasto band saws and manage job extractions and dispatching of goods.
  • Candidates with knowledge of the metal industry and experience in cutting high nickel alloys are preferred.
  • The working hours involve a rotating shift pattern, with flexibility for overtime and potential night shifts.
Sawing Operative
  • Annual Salary: £28,000 (including 16% shift allowance)
  • Location: [Please insert location]
  • Job Type: Full-time

Join our Operations team as a Sawing Operative, where you will be integral in processing jobs through sawing operations. This role is suited for a highly motivated individual keen to expand their experience in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Operate 7 semi-automatic Kasto band saws as per the work list.
  • Handle job extractions using lifting equipment such as slings, cranes, and FLT.
  • Utilise PDA systems for moving jobs through the system and adapt to new systems as they are implemented.
  • Conduct weighing, measuring, and inspection of orders prior to dispatch.
  • Manage packing and dispatching of goods.
  • Maintain safety and quality standards using a visual management system.
  • Assist in the cleaning and tidying of machines at the end of shifts or during job changeovers.
  • Engage in part marking and deburring of cut billets.
  • Operate floor cleaning machines to maintain cleanliness.
  • Support other operations team members and leaders in various manufacturing tasks.
  • Uphold high levels of housekeeping and manage swarf effectively.
  • Adhere to the company’s health and safety policies.
  • Report maintenance needs and manage coolant/blade stock to ensure minimum quantities are maintained.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Experience with overhead cranes.
  • Strong team player and computer literate.
  • FLT Licence is desirable but not essential.
Desirable Skills:
  • Knowledge of the Metal Industry.
  • Experience in cutting high nickel alloys.
  • Time served as a Kasto band saw operator.
Benefits:
  • £28,000 annual salary including a 16% shift allowance.
  • 4% contributory pension scheme and 3x life cover.
  • Modern, clean working environment with free onsite parking.
Working Hours:
  • Rotating shift pattern:
    • Mornings: 6am-2pm Mon – Fri
    • Afternoons: 2pm – 11pm Mon, Tue, Wed; 2pm – 10.30pm Thu; 2pm – 6pm Fri.
  • Flexibility to work overtime and potential night shifts depending on business needs.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.