We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Accrington team in the position of Kiln Burner.
The role holder will play an active part in both the drying and Kiln firing process, to continuously monitor both Kiln and Dryer temperatures and push rates in order to ensure product conformity in size, strength, absorption and colour, output and quality targets.
Shift Pattern: 4on4off (12hrs Days & Nights)
Your duties would include but not limited to the following:
When entering any guarded area relevant safe work procedure must be adhered to.
- Periodically visually monitor all kilns acknowledging and recording temperatures where and when necessary.
- Replenish pea gravel hoppers as and when required.
- To periodically check tunnel kiln for Split packs and flame impingement.
- To periodically check and re-instate all failed burners.
- Rectify all stoppages asking for maintenance/electrical assistance when needed.
- Ensure all P.P.E is worn at all times when carrying out duties.
- Align and re-align all brick ties by using working platform.
- Remove all debris from tunnel kiln cars, straightening, checking and replacing deck blocks.
- Standing on the kiln cars is not allowed unless in their designated areas.
- When carrying out duties ensure relevant safe work procedures are adhered to at all times.
- Ensure all designated housekeeping duties are carried out as and when required.
- Report all irregularities/health & safety issues to shift supervisor/maintenance personnel and management
- To constantly monitor each stage of the process.
- Rectify all stoppages/malfunctions asking for assistance when needed.
- Conduct and record relevant environmental data.
About You:
The job requires no formal education or qualifications, the role does require a minimum of 3 months training from a competent Operator ensuring close supervision during the period, a competency check procedure carried out on all tasks.
Training requirements for job role;
- Company Induction
- COSHH awareness Training
- Isolation Lock off Procedures
- Silica Awareness
- FLT counterbalance license
- Working at Height
- Spill Awareness
- Lone Working
- Dust mask/face fit awareness
- Mobile plant awareness
- Monitor and control deliveries
- EPR monitoring
- Confined space awareness
- Meter readings
- Gas safety
- Asbestos Awareness
- Safe Clipper Saw Usage
- IOSH Working
- Mobile Phone Awareness
What We Can Offer You:
- Competitive Salary and Benefits package
- Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution
- Generous holiday allowance
- Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Service Awards
- Sharesave Scheme eligibility
- Holiday Exchange Scheme
- Financial Wellbeing Program
- Personal development and opportunities for progression
We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast and the iconic London Brick.
Our complete product range comprises of clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving and chimney, roofing, and flue systems.
Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects.
We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries’ safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.
