Nights Production Setter

Accrington 

4 on - 4 off  (6pm-6am)

Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Setter to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and experience in operating machinery, particularly in a warehouse or manufacturing environment. The Setter will be responsible for preparing and setting up equipment for production processes, ensuring that all specifications are met for quality and efficiency.

Duties

• Ensure all working procedures are followed and that all paperwork is completed
• Ensure a clean work area and maintain the housekeeping standard
• Set machine and processing equipment to specification
• Use the product flow chart to optimize the products running
• Use the moulding concern procedure when necessary
• Set and load mould tools and dies to machines and processing equipment using SMED
• Adjusting machine settings to maintain process to specification
• Carry out Process monitoring checks using Statistical Process Control techniques
• Analyse and implement process improvement solutions
• Working in development teams to introduce new materials, products or process technology
• Adhere to quality control procedures within this area
• Maintain a clean, safe working area at all times
• Ensure scrap is removed by the correct method / procedure
• Adhere to equipment safety procedure and safe method of work
• Adhere to mandatory PPE requirements at all times.

Qualifications

• Analytical & diagnostic
• Troubleshooting and problem solving
• Able to work in teams
• Good communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Able to work unsupervised
• Knowledge of the properties and processing of polymer materials
• Good mechanical and engineering knowledge
• Basic knowledge of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Familiar with analytical/diagnostic tools SPC, FMEA, SMED
• Health and Safety issues and Codes of practice relevant to the industry

S/NVQ in Polymer Processing and Related Operations L2 OR
S/NVQ in Performing Manufacturing Operations L2 OR
S/NVQ in Performing Engineering Operations L2 OR
Engineering Apprenticeship to include a L2 S/NVQ (e.g. Materials Processing and Finishing) and a L2 'Technical Certificate' (e.g. Progression Award in Production Engineering: Composites) AND Related Job Experience

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 12-hour shift
• Night shift

Benefits:

• 20 days holiday per annum (1-day extra holiday for every 5 years of service up to 25 years)
• Company Pension
• Employee Discount on Products
• On Site Parking

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