Manufacturing Operative – Cutting

OVERALL PURPOSE:

To work within the Cutting Department, cutting leather, fabric and Velcro attachments and preparing cut parts for machining.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• To hand cut parts into complete kits referencing drawings, templates, work instructions and / or samples,
• To cut parts using fabric or leather CNC machines, selecting programs, drawings, templates and / or samples,
• To digitize and produce programs from templates,
• To cut and bond velcro in position as per drawings, templates and / or samples,
• To attach / fit D.DOTS / press studs, using hand tools and pneumatic machine,
• To carry out any reworks deemed necessary by Management, Supervision or Inspection,
• To keep any machinery / tools in a clean and regularly oiled condition and report any faults to the Supervisor,
• To work within guidelines / instructions to ensure traceability is maintained,
• To carry out any other task where reasonable and relevant when required,
• To carry out duties in a proper and efficient manner, always act wholeheartedly in the interest of the Company and to comply with the Company Rules and Regulations,
• To help create and maintain a safe working environment and observe the published Health and Safety Procedures.

This is not an exhaustive list.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment
• Ability to use small hand tools, including scissors and knives
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade C or above
• Ability to use CNC machines

PERSONAL SKILLS:

• Team Player
• Strong Work Can-do Ethic
• Exceptional at building relationships
• Strong attention to detail and time management
• High awareness of Productivity and Quality
• Excellent Communication skills
• Flexibility
• Takes responsibility for actions
• Learn, apply, and improve

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• Health Care Cash Plan*
• Employee Assistance Programme*
• Contributory Pension Scheme for eligible employees (6% increasing to 7%)
• Enhanced holiday (24 days holiday in addition to UK bank and public holidays)
• Life Assurance
• Company Sick Pay Scheme*
• Flexitime
• Early finish on Fridays
• Sports and Social Club
• Free car parking
• Free access to a local gym**
• Onsite café**

(*Available after 1 year of service)

(** Based in Rochford / Southend on Sea)

Due to the anticipated high number of applications to be received, unfortunately we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates. If you have not had a response from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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