GFM Driver (Forging)

Reed Engineeing & Manufacturing are working with a leading Engineering & Manufactuirng company

GFM Driver

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a GFM Driver to join a busy manufacturing operation. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in forging, engineering, heavy manufacturing, steel, aerospace, or industrial production environments who are looking to develop their career within a safety-focused and quality-driven business.

The Role

Working as part of a multi-skilled GFM team, you will be responsible for the forging and processing of materials to strict technical specifications while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating GFM forging equipment in line with technically controlled programmes.
• Identifying and recording materials to maintain full quality traceability.
• Accurately measuring materials and recording production data.
• Entering information onto the internal compute and technical process computer systems.
• Operating abrasive saws to cut materials to specification.
• Using overhead cranes to move materials safely throughout the facility.
• Supporting additional GFM operations including slinging activities and loading/unloading furnaces.
• Carrying out pre-start equipment checks.
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards and participating in 5S improvement activities.
• Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Engaging fully with company safety programmes and promoting a positive safety culture.

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering or heavy industrial environment.
• A proactive approach to health, safety and quality.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience using measurement equipment and following technical procedures.
• The ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• A willingness to learn new skills and apply training effectively.
• Excellent timekeeping, reliability and personal accountability.
• Pride in maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workmanship.

Desirable

• Experience within forging, steel processing, aerospace or metals manufacturing.
• Overhead crane and slinging experience.
• Experience using production or manufacturing computer systems.
• Involvement in continuous improvement or process development activities.

THE ROLE INCLUDES A BONUS OF UP TO £5,700 on top of the salary