Company Profile:

A leading manufacturer of flexible plain and printed film, supplying primarily the food and medical sectors are looking to recruit a Finishing Operative – Team Leader to join their team.

Job Title:

Finishing Operative – Team Leader

Job Purpose of the Finishing Operative:

As a team leader you will be expected to answer team questions and resolve problems, set team goals, monitor progress, onboard and train staff members.

The role involves using conversion machines and materials in a factory environment to produce excellent quality finished goods; minimising downtime of the machines; the input of technical and detailed work for our production and manufacturing teams; and liaising with warehouse and office administration teams.

We are looking for a proactive person, who wants to be part of a growing organisation.

Working hours, we offer a double shift; 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm Monday to Friday

Direct Role Responsibilities of the Finishing Operative:

Manage the team; answering questions and resolving problems, setting team goals, monitoring progress, onboarding and training team members; update the Finishing Manager with any concerns.

Create good working relationships with colleagues, managers and other stakeholders e.g. customers and suppliers.

Use conversion/finishing machines to prepare customer-ordered materials of flexible film.

Carry out all work in a safe and efficient manner as per the company health and Safety policy and statutory standards, conducting audits, safety checks and completing documentation on behalf of the team.

Review and drive team skills, highlighting needs to the Finishing Manager and SHEQ Manager.

Be flexible regarding running of different machines when requested.

Minimise machine make-ready times, waste and machine down time.

Pass and signing off jobs on the machines.

Report maintenance issues using the Company reporting procedure.

Minimise machine, material and personnel downtime.

Achieve quality and product safety levels set by the Finishing Manager.

Ensure the core or box traceability labels have the correct information.

Monitor and control quality, ensuring that any defect product is highlighted to a Team Leader and that it is removed and recorded correctly.

Ensure effective shift change-over is carried out.

Pre-empt issues through effective communication e.g. notification & remedy of missing or damaged machinery or materials and issues running allocated jobs etc.

Provide up-to-date accurate stock figures and other progress information as required.

Indirect Role Responsibilities:

Be observant concerning quality standards, including presentation of finished product.

Communicate major accident or incident to management as and when required.

Ensure that the day-to-day running of the conversion machines are fully utilised.

Constructively challenge machine and individual performance.

Produce excellent quality finished goods.

Provide holiday and sickness cover where possible.

Create good working relationships with colleagues and managers.

Constantly review standards and working practices to achieve and exceed targets.

Completion of duties in a safe and responsible manner and in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, making recommendations for improvement through Health & Safety Representative as appropriate.

General Responsibilities:

Adhere at all times to safe operating procedures and ensure area of responsibility remains hazard free as far as is reasonably practicable.

Prioritise workload in line with production requirements to ensure agreed timescales and deadlines are met.

Communicate with relevant parties the status of any ongoing work.

Complete ad-hoc duties to meet the needs of the business, subject to appropriate training.

Maintain good standards of housekeeping, following the Company Clean as You Go Policy

Have a clear understanding of the Company / Staff Handbook

Who we are looking for:

A great communicator, with great task management and organisational skills.

Drive commitment to excellence in quality and efficiency.

Communicate in an open and honest manner, demonstrating ethical and professional behaviours at all times, whilst remaining organised and calm under pressure.

Respect the rights, differences, and dignity of those who work in our business.

Should be able to use own initiative when necessary and have the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Proactive, positive, enthusiastic - demonstrates “can do” attitude.

Travel may be required therefore current, clean driving licence an advantage.

Happy to mentor, train and coach trainees and colleagues to enhance team performance and deliver the future talent.

Self-motivated - Creates their own motivation, which does not require a high level of 'hand holding,' as well as the ability to tackle obstacles that arise day to day.

Positive representation -maintains a solid representation - having a positive work ethic and a strong sense of what is appropriate in the workplace.

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years production & assembly operations experience in manufacturing and especially the packaging industry.

A good understanding and experience of meeting health and safety obligations.

Experience of pneumatic and hydraulic systems is desirable.

Experience of BRC standards for the food industry is desirable.

Experience of conversion/finishing machines is desirable.

Ability to multi-skill between tasks where trained or experienced.

Ability to lead and motivate a team of operators.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages would be an advantage, especially with Excel & Word.

You will need to evidence you are eligible to work in the UK.

Salary:

Depending on your experience and qualifications for the role the company offer a competitive & negotiable starting salary, from £13.50 per hour. Excellent overtime rates.

Other benefits include company pension, life insurance and on-site parking.

If you feel you have the right skill set and attributes for this role and that it’s the challenge you are looking for then please apply on a confidential basis: 0161 241 5117 or apply via the web.