Aligra Reading
Our client, who are a leading perforated metal fabrication company, is looking for an experienced Machine Operator / Punch Press Setter to join its team in Reading.
This will be a temp to perm position to start immediately, following a successful interview.
Shift:
- Monday to Friday
- 06:00am – 14:00pm and 14:00pm – 10pm (rotating shifts)
- 37.5 hours a week (paid for 40), As half an hour daily break is paid.
Pay:
- £12.00 per hour
Responsibilities:
- Work with under minimal supervision
- To be responsible for the quality of parts produced and ensure they conform to company standards and product drawings
- To ensure all the company procedures are followed with respect to product checking
- Running machines to achieve cycle times as recorded on the route cards
- Assist Setter/Team Leader in improving changeover times, machine running efficiencies and tooling set ups
- Operate punch presses
- Keep work areas clean and tidy to help minimise the risk of accidents
- Ensure health and safety of self and others at all times
- Assistant in maintenance on machines as and when required
- Transportation of goods within the factory, assisting with stock checks and general housekeeping within the manufacturing unit
- To take part in any continual improvement programmes
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience of manufacturing best practice i.e. SMED 5S etc (Highly Desirable)
- Counter balance fork truck licence (Highly Desirable)
- Ability to read technical drawings
- Ability to use measuring equipment (micrometres/verniers)
- Manufacturing, engineering or mechanical background
- PC skills
- Sheet metal or fabrication experience
- Numerate and literate
If you are interested in this position, please apply today or contact our Reading Branch on 01189 952 551 for further information.
Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK’s leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Automotive & Engineering, Driving & Industrial, Hospitality and Professional & Executive sectors.