Bandsaw / Yard Operative
Full time, permanent position available with an immediate start.
Key Plant Automation Ltd is a leading provider of innovative automation solutions, specializing in advanced welding, positioning, and robotic systems. With a reputation for quality, precision, and reliability, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge technology to industries worldwide.
Due to continued company growth, we are recruiting a Bandsaw / Yard Operative to join our busy production team. The successful candidate will have experience operating a forklift truck and overhead crane and be comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Benefits
- Employment stability.
- Competitive salary.
- The opportunity to earn a yearly attendance bonus.
- We supply and maintain company workwear.
- In-house training courses are provided.
- Option to join the company pension scheme (NEST).
- Entitlement to a birthday holiday.
- Free on-site secure parking.
- Flexible overtime.
- Internal progression opportunities for the right candidate.
The Company
- World leaders in welding and robot manipulation.
- Able to provide bespoke solutions to a world-class customer base.
- We design and manufacture high-precision mechanical products for use in the production of wind turbines, the nuclear and defence sectors, general engineering, and oil and gas industries.
- We work mainly with ferrous materials, alongside some non-ferrous metals, manufacturing to high precision tolerances.
- Progressive, forward-thinking business continuing to expand due to sustained growth.
The Job
The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of workshop and yard duties, including:
- Operating a horizontal bandsaw to accurately cut steel sections and materials to specification.
- Loading and unloading steel stock, fabricated components, and deliveries.
- Operating a forklift truck to transport materials safely throughout the workshop and yard.
- Using an overhead crane to move large and heavy steel components.
- Carrying out daily pre-use visual inspections and safety checks on the forklift truck, reporting any defects in accordance with company procedures.
- Identifying, storing, and issuing materials for production.
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised yard and stock area.
- Assisting with goods in/out, stock control, and general production support.
- Following all health and safety procedures and maintaining high housekeeping standards.
Essential Attributes
- Forklift truck practical operating experience.
- Overhead crane operating experience.
- Previous experience operating a bandsaw or similar metal cutting machinery (preferred, although training may be provided for the right candidate).
- Honest and reliable.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative.
- Physically fit and capable of manual handling duties.
- Good attention to detail.
- Good communication skills.
- A flexible approach to working hours.
- A strong commitment to health and safety.
Working Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 7:30am – 4:00pm
Holiday Entitlement
20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (+1 birthday holiday).
The company has a shutdown over the Christmas period.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
