Production Operative - Antrim, United Kingdom - AG Paving and Building Products

AG Paving and Building Products

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Antrim, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

POST:
Production Operative

REPORTS TO:
Production Supervisor

LOCATION:
Toome MASA

HOURS:
Day Shift (Monday to Thursday 7.00am - 5.00pm)

MAIN PURPOSE:
To undertake the operation and maintenance of static and mobile plant in the manufacturing of concrete products.

About The Role

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The manufacture of concrete products is highly mechanical and computerised, so your work as a Machine/General Operative is likely to include:

Operation of computer controlled machine panels during the manufacture of concrete products
Making mechanical adjustments to machine parts
Regular inspection of production within quality guidelines to ensure minimum wastage
Setting up the production line, production machinery and making periodic changes needed to manufacture different products.
Making minor adjustments to machine settings to improve quality and efficiency
Fault investigation and reporting of machinery faults to shift supervisors and maintenance staff
Daily housekeeping and maintenance - to include washing, cleaning, greasing
Keeping the machines and work area clean and tidy during the shift
Ensure adequate machines supplies with raw materials, packaging materials, cement in liaison with Production Supervisor
Adhering to all Company Health and Safety polices at all times, wearing the correct company PPE while working in the plant and yard, taking responsibility for your own safety and that of work colleagues
Operating the machinery in a safe working manner in conjunction with pre-defined permit to work systems/Risk Assessments and Method statements
Operation of Mobile plant as required in a safe manner
Providing production support, again as required, to other factories/departments
Any other duties assigned by supervisors/managers commensurate with the role

The above list is not exhaustive but aims to provide a broad

range of duties and responsibilities of the post.

Required Criteria

Medically fit to undertake the physical requirements of the job.
Previous experience as a machine operator
Previous experience working in a busy production environment
Ability to meet production targets
Adherence and appreciation for H&S and general housekeeping standards.
High level of verbal/written English
Ability to work quickly to meet production deadlines.
Experience of effective communication to team members.
Good observational skills to spot defective products
Patience to carry out repetitive tasks
Available to respond to production problems outside normal hours.
Flexible approach to work required, willingness to retrain and learn new skills.

Desired Criteria

Experience of working with concrete products

Skills Needed

About The Company

Established 60 years ago as Acheson & Glover Limited, and now known as AG, the company is a renowned and respected designer, developer, manufacturer and distributor of best in class walling, paving and facing brick for the commercial and domestic markets across the UK and Ireland.

In Britain our products are sold through Builders Merchants, whilst in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland we sell through our own wholly-owned outlets as well as a number of other carefully chosen retail partners and Builders Merchants.

Company Culture

Since our establishment more than 60 years ago as Acheson & Glover Limited, we have sought to provide opportunities for our team to build careers - rather than just hold down a job.

Our people matter to us.

We care about their wellbeing (their Health and Safety) and we want to see them become the very best they can be.

We are delighted that many of our employees have been with us for considerable periods and, as a result of their commitment and our support, many have moved through the ranks to management level and beyond.

Company Benefits

We provide tailored personal development plans and hands-on support from experienced mentors to ensure our team members can flourish in whatever part of the business they are employed.

Within modern day construction there are fantastic opportunities for those with backgrounds in technology, engineering, marketing and sales as well as traditional manufacturing skills.

Health insurance, Vacation/Paid time off, Performance bonuses, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Open office, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Perks Card, Wellbeing Scheme, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities

Salary
£10.28 per hour