Factory Operative
Do you want to be challenged?
Do you want a job that is varied?
Do you want to work in an oftentimes busy and fast-paced factory environment?
Do you want to be trusted to work autonomously?
Do you want to work to deadlines?
Do you want to learn new skills?
Do you want to work on a variety of machinery?
Do you want to help keep things organised and running smoothly?
If you answered YES to most of these questions, this part-time role is for you!
Job Purpose:
Factory workers operate machinery to manufacture different products, which can vary depending on the industry. Factory workers are responsible for a range of functions including processing, sorting, and packing the products, as well as operating the machines and monitoring the output to ensure compliance standards are met.
Key Responsibilities:
- Precision cutting of materials
- Matching the correct tools to the correct job specification
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ensuring accurate information is recorded on paperwork and signed by the relevant person
- Handling materials with care
- Checking and ensuring the quality of products produced
- Correcting errors, discrepancies, or deformities
- Cleaning and organising the shop floor in line with health and safety guidelines
- Packing products correctly for distribution
- Verifying appropriate packaging is used
- Lifting up to 25kg maximum
- Working efficiently and effectively to meet target schedules and deadlines
- Maintaining stock levels
- Performing root cause analysis and resolving problems
- Identifying business improvement opportunities and providing feedback
- Undertaking continuous training and development
- Occasional overtime may be available to meet business needs
- Cross-functional working
Essential Skills:
- Display behaviours in line with Company Values: Positivity, Resilience, Motivation, Optimism
- Organised, methodical, detail-oriented, and logical
- Ability to work autonomously and self-motivate
- Ability to listen and follow instructions
- Team player
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Able to work to deadlines and handle pressure
- Willingness to make mistakes, take responsibility, and learn from them
- Desire to learn and grow
- Commitment to a clean and organised workspace
- Passion for quality in all aspects of work
- Previous experience in a factory environment
Desirable Skills:
- GCSE Maths
- Understanding of production costs, including waste and rework
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30m-5:00pm, Friday 6:am-2:30pm
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
