Production Operator - Rivet manufacturing - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract 1

Passionate people create exceptional things Did you know that the solutions we develop are a key part of most industries? Electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. We´re everywhere! Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations. With our inclusive and caring environment, you get the support and inspiration you need to grow. Here, your ideas are embraced, and you never stop learning. Interested in being part of our team? Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities

• To perform Safe operation of rivet manufacturing equipment including (Heat-treatment, Plating, Sorting and collation processes), Complying to company work procedures and instructions at all times.
• Regularly monitor production to ensure it meets the required quality standards.
• Conduct regular maintenance (TPM checks) and support breakdown maintenance as required.
• Work closely with the team leader and lead operator to ensure production meets agreed deadlines.
• Use overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) as the tool to help highlight potential issues and support improvement activities within the production areas
• Liaise closely with colleagues on status of machines, maintenance and quality or on any other related issues to ensure the continuity of production.
• Maintain daily production, maintenance and quality records.
• Use a forklift truck or ped op for the transfer of raw materials from stores to production area.
• Promote a safe work area carrying out regular housekeeping duties as necessary.

Other Duties

• Carrying out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Company

Education / Qualifications

• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment and the ability to follow work instructions/specifications is essential.
• Previous experience of visual inspection for cosmetic defects would be a considerable advantage.
• A qualification in an engineering capacity would also be an advantage. (NVQ, HNC, HND)
• Forklift truck licence would be desirable but is not essential.

Person Specification

• Be a good team player with experience of effectively contributing to a team environment as well as the ability to work on own initiative and under pressure
• Work accurately and efficiently
• Possess good problem-solving abilities
• Have experience working in a fast-moving environment and be able to demonstrate good time management and organisational skills
• Be reliable with a proven attendance record

At Atlas Copco, we are committed to creating a caring and inclusive environment. Our collaborative culture means you will quickly become part of our team and feel a sense of belonging. We give you the support and inspiration you need to continuously learn and grow. By doing this, we enable you to connect your own individual drive to our group purpose and together contribute to a better tomorrow. We continuously invest in our people so that everyone can realize their full potential, and our generous pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 10% will help you plan for your future. Our ambition is to offer competitive salaries and benefits, continuous learning and a healthy work-life balance. We are value-driven and are always looking for people who share our culture of innovation, commitment and collaboration.

Safety and well-being

The health and well-being of our people are vital to us, which is why we set very ambitious standards for workplace safety. We promote a healthy and active lifestyle and offer a range of physical and mental fitness opportunities as well as private medical care and a health cashplan worth over £700 per year.

Continuous Learning

As a learning organization, we prepare our people for a dynamic business environment and support their professional as well as personal development by making learning easy, accessible and personal and providing subsidised study programs.

Belonging

At Atlas Copco we know that people make it happen. We also know that our people are the most crucial component for success. With initiatives such as our DE&I Committee, Employee Forum and our range of ambassador programs we encourage our people to be the change they want to see, to take up leadership opportunities and use their knowledge and their voices to enhance our culture.

Sustainability

For us sustainability is not just a label we put on how we do business. Thinking about long-term results and the various ways in which we make an impact to protect both people and the planet has long been a part of who we are and what we do. At Deeside, we walk the talk, and we empower our people as part of our Eco Steering Committee to take action to achieve our sustainability goals.

Giving back

Water for All is the Atlas Copco Group’s main community engagement initiative. Through the dedicated and passionate work of volunteering employees, Water for All funds projects which empower people through access to clean drinking water, sanitation and hygiene. All employee donations are matched by twice as much by Atlas Copco.

Within Atlas Copco people make change happen so how you think will set you apart. We believe that an active growth mindset is empowering and will enable us to deliver to the best of our ability and you will be encouraged and supported to act to identify ‘a better way’ to make products and people’s quality of life better. If you are the right person, then you will instinctively know that the technical skills of our team are enhanced by their soft skills and that we need both to reach our optimal performance.

Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.