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Job Title: General Operative
Location: Poynton
Main Purpose of Role: To execute daily processing and warehouse tasks in adherence to Health and Safety, Quality Assurance, and Company Policies/Procedures.
Hours of Work: Sunday to Thursday 22.00-06.00 (Training Monday to Friday 6-2/2-10 Rotating)
Principle Responsibilities:
Key Daily Tasks:
- Collaborate within the team as needed.
- Safely operate 5-ton overhead gantry cranes in dual and single hoist operation using radio remote/pendant control, ensuring hand/body positioning considerations through task-based personal risk assessment.
- Accurately cut lengths of steel according to precise measurements from cutting notes using fully or semi-automated Band Saws/Cold saws.
- Adhere to Fire, Health & Safety Regulations, and undergo provided training.
- Act on instructions from the Foreman to meet work schedules and achieve job/production output.
- Store processed material in designated Warehouse Bay(s) safely and accessibly, aligning with company working practices.
- Conduct stock checks as required.
- Utilise Personal Protective Equipment for the assigned role (e.g., Hard hat, Safety glasses/visor, Ear defenders, Hi Viz, Overalls, Safety boots).
- Promptly report any plant defects to the Supervisor/Senior Supervisor/Works Manager.
Health & Safety - ISO45001:2018:
- Follow all safe systems of work, risk assessments, and safe working procedures in line with training.
- Perform pre-use equipment checks before using any machinery, saw, crane, mobile plant, etc.
- Follow Manual Handling tasks as per guidance and training.
- Report ALL incidents, accidents, or near misses to the Foreman or Works Manager and use the provided near-miss book.
- Seek advice from the supervisor if uncertain about anything.
Housekeeping Standards:
- Maintain daily housekeeping in all areas of the designated working bay to ensure a clean and hazard-free environment, monitored by the Foreman.
Quality Assurance to ISO 9001:2015:
- Complete all relevant paperwork to the required standard.
- Verify material with measuring equipment before cutting to ensure correct size and length for the job.
- Complete quality checks as per training or specific information on the cutting document.
- Seek advice for clarification on any unclear quality-related issue.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Attend all relevant training sessions to continually develop knowledge and skills.
- Assist in compiling written Risk Assessments and Safe Working Procedures for your job role.
- Perform other duties for which you are adequately trained, as requested by the Foreman or Works Manager.
To find out more, please contact Daniel Gale at Time Recruitment
