Machinery Assistant
ACS Staffing Solutions
Location: Wellingborough
Salary: £13.00 per hour
Hours: Rotating Shifts
Week 1: 06:00 to 14:00 Monday to Friday
Week 2: 14:00 to 22:00 Monday to Friday
Job Purpose
The Machine Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Machine Operator to ensure the efficient, safe, and continuous running of production machinery. Working as part of a busy production team, you will assist with machine set-up, material handling, quality checks, and maintaining a clean and organised work area to help achieve production targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Machine Operator in the day-to-day operation of production machinery.
- Load raw materials and remove finished products from the machine safely and efficiently.
- Prepare materials, tools and components required for production runs.
- Carry out visual quality inspections to ensure products meet company standards.
- Report any defects, faults or quality concerns to the Machine Operator or Supervisor.
- Help with machine changeovers and basic set-up tasks as directed.
- Keep the production area clean, tidy and free from hazards.
- Remove waste materials and ensure recycling procedures are followed where applicable.
- Package finished products in line with customer and company requirements.
- Accurately complete production records and documentation where required.
- Support the wider production team to meet daily production targets.
- Follow all company Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe systems of work.
- Wear the appropriate PPE at all times.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by the Machine Operator or Production Supervisor.
- Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment is desirable but not essential.
- Good attention to detail.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
- Reliable with a strong work ethic.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Physically capable of manual handling and standing for extended periods.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Dependable and punctual.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Safety-conscious.
- Organised and methodical.
- Able to remain calm under pressure.
- Takes pride in producing high-quality work.
- Full training provided.
- Opportunities for career progression within production.
- Supportive team environment.
- Ongoing development and training.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
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