We are looking for reliable and hardworking Foundry Operatives to join our Client's manufacturing team. Working as part of a skilled production environment, you will be responsible for supporting the manufacture of high-quality castings while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping. This will be on a three shift pattern, 06:00-14:00, 14:00-22:00 and 22:00-06:00 Monday to Friday.
Location:
- Billingham
Hours:
- Rotating 06:00-14:00, 14:00-22:00 and 22:00-06:00
- Monday to Friday
Rates:
- £15.79 per hour, up to £27.08 with OT
Key Responsibilities:
- Pouring molten metal into spinning dies in accordance with established procedures.
- Monitor mould and molten steel temperatures as directed by the Chargehand.
- Complete the manufacture of castings and safely remove finished castings from dies using hand tools and appropriate manual handling techniques.
- Prepare refractory materials for use in the manufacturing process.
- Set up moulds, cups and ladles as instructed by the Chargehand prior to tube manufacture.
- Brush out and spray production moulds to maintain quality and production standards.
- Carry out grinding of moulds and tubes as required.
- Stamp tubes accurately to ensure full product traceability.
- Take test samples as directed by the Chargehand.
- Safely lift and sling moulds, tubes and containers using overhead cranes.
- Maintain high standards 5S housekeeping and complete Operator PPM activities.
- Work safely at all times and comply fully with the company's health, safety, environmental and quality standards and procedures.
Skills & Experience:
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or factory environment.
- The ability to follow detailed instructions, processes and procedures accurately.
- A flexible and adaptable approach to work.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- A strong understanding of health & safety, environmental and quality requirements.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Pendant crane, lifting and slinging experience would be advantageous.
- Previous foundry experience would be advantageous.
What We're Looking For:
We are seeking someone who is safety-conscious, dependable and willing to learn, with a strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively in a demanding manufacturing environment.
If you have manufacturing experience and are looking for an opportunity to develop your skills within a specialist foundry operation, we would like to hear from you.
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