At West Fraser we recognise that we need to attract great people to help us achieve our vision. We’ve come to be one of the world’s leading manufacturers of engineered wood-based panel products by recruiting the best. We aim to create workplaces that are reflective of the communities we are a part of and where diversity in culture, experience and background are valued.
Our approach underpins our strategic objectives to attract, employ and retain engaged, talented and high-performing people, support better decision making, reach a broader pool of potential employees and maintain a more inclusive work environment.
Looking to start or develop your career in manufacturing?
Are you interested in learning new skills, working with advanced production technology and gaining experience in a fast-paced continuous manufacturing environment?
This is an excellent opportunity to join our MDF Business Unit as a Trainee Press Operator. Whether you already have manufacturing experience or are looking to take the next step in your career, we offer training and development to help you succeed.
You will gain hands-on experience operating sophisticated production equipment, monitoring automated control systems and developing the technical knowledge needed to become an operator within a world-class manufacturing facility.
Are you looking to learn new skills? We have a great opportunity for a Trainee Press Operator in the MDF business unit.
4 Shift Schedule, 12 hour shifts (Days & Nights), average 38 hour working week.
Current Shift Rate is £15.49 per hour, with an additional Shift Premium of £4,815.20 per annum and a Weekend Premium of £4.333.68 per annum.
The successful applicant will:
- Be Responsible for Safely operating all MDF production line systems & equipment
- Maximise all process operations in terms of Utilisation, Rate and Quality targets
- Carry out all necessary quality control checks
- Carry out basic care checks, maintenance tasks and maintain housekeeping standards
Qualifications/Experience:
- Mechanical/Technical aptitude
- Control room (SCADA controls) experience would be adventagous
- Forklift experience would be adventagous
- Previous Production/Manufacturing Experience preferred
Skills, knowledge & behaviours:
- Basic PC Skills
- Willingness to learn
- Works productively in a pressurised environment.
If this role is of interest, please apply by sending an up to date CV.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £15.49 per hour
4 Shift Schedule, 12 hour shifts (Days & Nights), average 38 hour working week.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £15.49 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stirling FK7 7BQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Control Room: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
