Shift Operative - Whittlesey in Peterborough

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Whittlesey Block team in the position of Shift Operative. The position will provide direction and control within a production environment manufacturing concrete building blocks and pavers for use in both the commercial and domestic (Housing) Markets.

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all plant and equipment that you will be trained to use whilst being focused and committed to achieve our aims in delivering excellent quality and customer service. The job role will involve being trained in various production processes contained within the manufacturing system. These will include our Aggregate processing plant, Concrete batching plant, Manufacturing and packaging plant associated with block/paver production and operating a range of mobile plant.

Your duties would include but are not limited to the following:

• Key accountabilities relating to Health & Safety:
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety for not only yourself but others whilst engaged in all workplace activities.
• Ensure all Health & Safety standards are adhered to as set out within the site's health & safety management systems.
• Report all Health & Safety concerns immediately to your line manager.
• Ensure that risk assessments and safe systems of work for each task/process for which you are trained are strictly adhered to.
• No tasks to be undertaken where a current and suitable risk assessment/SSOW is not in place.
• Ensure that PPE issued is kept and maintained in good condition.
• Ensure that all tools and equipment that you use are kept in good condition, returned to their nominated storage place after use and any defects are reported.
• Ensure that all guarding is correctly fitted.
• Report and action any defective equipment immediately.
• Ensure a permit to work is obtained for high-risk tasks e.g. working at height, entering a confined space.
• Key accountabilities relating to Quality Systems:
• Complete and sign all process control sheets relative to the processes you are engaged in prior to the end of the shift.
• Report all quality concerns immediately to your line manager.
• Ensure that you adhere to the quality requirements as specified in the site's quality system for all production processes you are trained in.
• Work with management to develop a good sustainability culture at the works.

About You:

• Good communication skills.
• Well organized in terms of maintaining a clean, tidy and safe work environment.
• Should be trained, or prepared to be trained up to operate all manufacturing machinery and plant on site.
• Awareness of health and safety legislation.
• The ability to manage a varied workload.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• The initiative to work without supervision or as part of a team.
• Literacy and Numeracy to GCSE level.
• Previous experience of working as part of a team.
• Experience of working in a factory environment would be advantageous.

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.