Press Operative

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As a Press Operative you will be responsible for supporting the manufacturing of compound animal feed products. Based out of our site in Wardle on a permanent full-time basis working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern rotating day and night shifts.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern, rotating days and night shifts 7 to 7
• Extensive progression opportunities across the wider group that has 2 other businesses
• Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses
• Discounts across shopping, groceries, travel, entertainment, dining, days out, health & beauty and much more!
• Medicash
• Long service awards
• Company pension, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, free refreshments, free on‑site parking

Day to Day

• Ensure adequate finished product is available to fulfil daily customer/site requirements.
• Operation of the control system – DSL, pressing & maintaining high efficiency meeting OEE targets, whilst reviewing & maintaining quality & feed safety at all times.
• Ensure all required data is logged correctly and follow through with any investigations and feeding back findings to Ops Management Team.
• Provide accurate and timely feedback regarding plant machinery conditions using the near miss app.
• Support engineering with routine maintenance including die and beater changes and other maintenance when required.
• Carry out on‑site hygiene & maintenance activities to the highest standards ensuring relevant documentation is completed and adhere to government/policy standards.
• Ensure UFAS and all associated legislative compliance is fulfilled.

What will you bring?

• Previous experience operating machinery including press would be advantageous
• Experience of operating a forklift would be advantageous
• Comfortable on your feet, this is a physically demanding role
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety best practice
• Positive and proactive approach

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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