At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate machinery and assist in yarn preparation for high-quality textile production.
- Company: Established textile manufacturer known for quality headwear products.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, company pension, free on-site parking, and sick pay.
- Other info: Shift patterns include days and nights, with opportunities for pay increases.
- Why this job: Gain valuable skills with full training and enjoy a dynamic work environment.
- Qualifications: Manual dexterity and ability to operate machinery; driving is a plus.
Please note: Candidates MUST be able to drive for this position due to lack of public transport in the area.
Multitask Recruitment Solutions are working with a well-established textile manufacturing client who produces high-quality headwear products. We currently have a vacancy available for a Production Operative within the weaving department. Full training will be provided.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Operate machinery efficiently and safely.
- Assist with yarn preparation to ensure high-quality production standards.
- Maintain and monitor stock levels.
- Carry out initial product inspections.
- Complete training across multiple skills (with hourly rate increasing as skills develop).
- Ensure work meets required standards, reporting any non-conformance through the correct channels.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Perform essential quality checks at set intervals.
- Due to the nature of the role, manual dexterity is required. The role involves standing for long periods, operating machinery, and some lifting.
- Own method of transport is very advantageous due to the location of the client.
Shift Pattern:
Initial training will be conducted on day shifts:
- Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm
- Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm
Upon successful completion of training, the role will move to a continental shift pattern of 3 shifts on / 3 shifts off. Shifts rotate between:
- Days: 6:00am – 6:00pm
- Nights: 6:00pm – 6:00am
Please note: holidays must be taken during the factory’s scheduled shutdown periods.
Pay: £12.71 per hour, rises to £14.53 once fully trained.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
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Production Machine Operator in Preston employer: Multitask Recruitment Solutions
Multitask Recruitment Solutions is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values dedication and teamwork. Employees benefit from comprehensive training and the opportunity to contribute to a safe and clean learning environment for students across England, making this role both meaningful and rewarding.
Contact Details:
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