At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate die-cutting machinery and ensure high-quality production in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join a dynamic production team focused on quality and teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime pay, training, and 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in manufacturing with hands-on experience and growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Some experience with die-cutting machines and strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Location: Kettering, NN15 6JQ
Salary: Dependent upon experience
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 07:30 16:30 Monday Thursday (30 mins break) / 07:30 14:00 Friday (30 mins break)
We are seeking a Die Cutter to join our dynamic production team. The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. A background in die-cutting operations would be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate die-cutting machinery safely and efficiently.
- Complete and record daily machine health and safety pre-use checks according to the prescribed health and safety protocol for each machine.
- Read and interpret job specifications and production schedules.
- Manual handling of raw materials into the machine.
- Ensure machine key performance indicators (KPIs) and specified run rates are achieved.
- Record all daily outputs, waste, and any production issues on production timesheet.
- Job rotation with other machines to cover absence when required.
- Ensure products meet quality standards and customer requirements.
- Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Monitor production output and minimise waste.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Work closely with production and quality teams to meet deadlines.
- Adopt a flexible approach to ensure business requirements are met.
- Adhere to company policies and procedure at all times.
- Any other reasonable request made by management team.
About you:
Essential Experience:
- Some experience operating an automatic die-cutting machine would be preferable.
- Strong understanding of production processes and quality control.
- Ability to read technical drawings and job instructions.
- Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills and great team player.
- Flexible approach to overtime when required.
Desirable Experience:
- Experience with Bobst or similar die-cutting equipment.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations within manufacturing.
Our Company values:
- Working as one team to achieve our goals.
- Right first time, every time.
- Building sustainable customer relationships.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Overtime paid at an enhanced rate.
- Training and development.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
- 24 days Holidays + 8 National Bank Holidays (19 days must be taken in conjunction with planned shutdown dates, remaining 5 to be used to meet employees requirements).
Additional Information: You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this vacancy. Recruitment agencies need not apply.
Trainee Die-Cutter Operator in Northampton employer: Seddon Boxes
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