Production and Engineering Support Operative

Description:

Production Responsibilities

· Operate blending, filling and outloading equipment safely and efficiently.

· Carry out quality assurance sampling, testing and record keeping.

· Load and unload raw materials and finished products.

· Operate forklifts and telehandlers.

· Complete daily production checks and housekeeping activities.

· Support manufacture of animal feed, fertilisers, AdBlue and related products.

· Maintain production areas in a clean and organised condition.

· Follow risk assessments, safe systems of work and quality procedures.

Engineering Support Responsibilities

· Assist with routine maintenance activities across the production facility.

· Support mechanical repairs and breakdown activities.

· Demonstrate a proactive approach to identifying equipment issues before they impact production.

· Use hand tools and workshop equipment safely and effectively.

· Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.

· Carry out basic preventative maintenance activities.

· Support replacement of pumps, valves, sensors, pipework and production equipment components.

· Report equipment defects and assist with fault finding activities.

· Support engineering improvement projects and machinery upgrades.

Skills & Experience

· Practical mechanical aptitude and confidence using hand tools.

· Experience within manufacturing, engineering or production environments preferred.

· Forklift Truck licence desirable.

· Telehandler experience essential.

· Good communication and teamwork skills.

· Positive and proactive approach to work.

Personal Attributes

· Reliable and self-motivated.

· Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

· Problem-solving attitude.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Takes ownership of tasks.

· Committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping