Job Purpose
The Machine Operator will operate cold forming lines to produce formed metal products for use in the construction industry. The role involves the use of power presses, rolling mills and guillotine equipment to form coiled metal strip into plastering bead and drywall stud and track products.
The role requires the ability to read technical drawings and work to high standards of quality whilst maintaining a productive output to meet set targets. Health and safety are of high priority due to the operation of equipment. The role of the Machine Operator also requires packing of product to correct packing specifications for each product. Working both as a team and as a single person operation.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Follow all Health and Safety rules as laid down by Protektor Group UK Limited.
Ensure that all safety pre checks are completed before operating equipment.
Use STOP WORK AUTHORITY for any unsafe conditions and report these to your supervisor.
To ensure all paperwork is filled in correctly and up to date.
Follow all procedures relating to quality checks relating to the individual product.
Notify the Production Supervisor immediately of any defects found.
Processing of differing types of coiled strip metal through cold forming lines
Packing of product – this will mean lifting product at waist height, bending to pack material. (Weights up to 25kg and lengths of up to 3 metre single person lift).
Working as part of a team – two-person line operation for longer heavier product.
Perform other duties as required by the Production Supervisor.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:
Experience in a Production environment essential.
Overhead crane operation – desirable
Power Press Operation experience – desirable
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kidderminster, Worcestershire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
