Position Overview:
We’re excited to be looking for Trainee Machinists to join the iconic Barbour Factory in South Shields! This is a fantastic opportunity to learn a highly skilled craft and play a hands-on role in creating our world-famous wax jackets. You’ll work with a variety of sewing machines and materials, developing your expertise while helping us maintain the exceptional quality and craftsmanship Barbour is known for.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Meet productivity targets in relation to making garments to meet deadlines as identified on the production schedule.
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Responsible for the safe handling of machines you come into contact with, operating machinery in accordance with procedures and training provided.
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Report any defective equipment, you are working with to your Team Leader, and maintain the general housekeeping of your own workplace.
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Meet agreed quality standards aiming for ‘right first time, right every time’.
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Follow the requirements of the Company Safety Policy, which is documented in the Induction Training Handbook, and is displayed on all Health and Safety Noticeboards
Skills and Experience:
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Competent in the construction of garments.
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Experience of working as a Machinist in a Factory environment.
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Manual dexterity skills.
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Able to work as part of a team.
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Good eye for detail.
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Able to work quickly and accurately.
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Comfortable working within a pressurised environment to achieve targets.
Benefits:
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Discretionary Company bonus scheme
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Staff discount
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Staff shop
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Healthcare cash plan
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20 days holiday as standard increasing with length of service plus bank holidays
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Free onsite parking
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Subsidised canteen
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Refer a friend bonus scheme
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Wellbeing support
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Condensed working week 36 hours Mon-Thurs
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Access to training and development activities to support your career development
Additional information:
Note: In the event that a sufficient volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
