Lead Production Operator

Senior

Blackwood, Wales, United Kingdom Full-time 2 days ago
Workplace
On-site
Location
Blackwood, Wales, United Kingdom
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Job Description

* Assemble products or components on the production line, following established SOP’S Work Instructions and safety guidelines. * Ensure the operators are assembling products/ components correctly following the SOPs and safety guidelines. * Support continuous improvement activities and participate in root cause analysis for quality, safety, or delivery issues. * Escalate process, safety, or quality concerns appropriately and support containment actions. * Ensure effective shift handover, including status of production, quality issues, and outstanding actions. * Support achievement of daily production, quality, and safety targets. * Operate and maintain assembly machinery and equipment and be the reporting line for operators to report any issues. * Using the 5s ethos, maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and lead by example for the team. * Work with hand tools and other equipment to assemble products. * Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy and communicate precisely any concerns or issues with the operators. * Follow pre-determined production schedules and meet production targets. * Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient workflow. * Work with the Production Manager to ensure all members of the team are working to the correct procedure and highlight any concerns. * Identify training needs for operators and maintain training records with the Production Manager.

Qualifications

* Experience in thermal joining of aluminum plates would be desirable * Experience in sheet metal environments would be desirable * Experience in tooling changeovers would be desirable

Key Skills Required:

* Comply with the Health, Safety and Environmental Policies. * Previous experience in a production or assembly environment is essential. * Ability to follow instructions and work with precision. * Ability to lead by example and set clear boundaries and expectations. * Good manual dexterity and fine motor skills. * Basic understanding of tools and equipment used in assembly. * IT Literature in Microsoft packages (Excel/ Word) and experience of using Sage would be highly desriable. * Proven work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve quality issues. * Good communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to deal with conflict and resolve situations in a calm and precise manner. * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to work shift patterns.

Additional Information

Benefits:

* 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays * Excellent Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (Employee Contribution up to 11%/ Employer contribution up to 15%) * Death in Service Life Protection (x 6 annual salary) * Brand new, modern working environment * Employee Events * Recognition Awards * Training and Development (Internal & External) * Salary Sacrifice Scheme - Cycle to work scheme. * Employee Assistance Programme/ Financial Support * Access to pool cars/ vans for travel * Free Parking

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