Production Operator in Saint Neots

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let\’s simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Gates Hydraulics are recruiting for additional Production Operators within their Despatch team at their Eaton Socon, St. Neots location.

Working a 2-shift pattern (Week 1: Mon-Fri / Week 2: Mon-Thu & , inital training may be on a day shift Mon-Fri.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Reports directly to Plant Manager, St. Neots, with day to day instruction from Team Leader.

Production Operators within the Despatch area are responsible for picking/packing hydraulic hose assemblies.

Responsibilites Include

• Ensure that all applicable H&S procedures/working practices are complied with at all times with particular emphasis on complying with Gates Life Critical Rules
• Report any perceived H&S risks
• Assist in containment activity in the event of a HSE incident
• Be part of the team to adopt and understand the benefits gained from all Lean Manufacturing (GPS) methods

Keys to Success

• A good working knowledge/experience of working within a Stores/Despatch environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal (English)

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Requirements And Preferred Skills

• Must be Customer and Quality focused; demonstrating ability to adapt and change
• Promote a positive atmosphere so that the department has a strong team, accept challenges and have a strong commitment and desire to exceed and achieve the stated goals and objectives
• Must have a flexible attitude
• Ideally a Fork Truck Licence holder (current certificate), or the desire to learn

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as \’One Gates\’ and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers\’ diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to loud. Temperatures can vary depending on weather conditions and can be extreme. Gates is managed in accordance with OSHAS requirements and requires all employees to wear steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and a hard hat.