Nights - Factory Operative

Factory Operative – Medway

Full-Time | 46 Hours per Week

Monday - Thursday | 6pm- 6am

Manufacturing. Production. Machinery.

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Factory Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Medway.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous factory, production or manufacturing experience who is looking for a practical, hands-on role within a specialist production environment.

Working within the Ceramic Shell Line, you will be responsible for supporting the processing of castings through several stages of production, including machinery operation, quality checks, manual processes and accurate production recording.

The Role

Working as part of the production team, you'll be responsible for ensuring components are processed safely, accurately and in line with required manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities will include:

Operating and managing specialist production machinery

Loading and unloading robotic production equipment

Monitoring the operation of the Ceramic Shell Line robot

Carrying out manual dipping processes when required

Mixing and testing slurry used within the manufacturing process

Operating specialist production equipment

Carrying out patching and repair work on moulds

Completing burnout processes

Processing components in accordance with technical cards and work instructions

Carrying out manual handling duties

Recording production activity using touchscreen systems

Accurately completing job cards and production documentation

Carrying out slurry and shell quality control checks

Monitoring product quality throughout the manufacturing process

Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment

Supporting the wider production team as required

What We're Looking For

Previous experience within a factory, manufacturing, production or engineering environment

Comfortable working in a hands-on and practical role

Experience operating machinery or production equipment would be advantageous

Strong attention to detail

Good awareness of quality standards

Ability to follow written instructions and manufacturing procedures

Reliable and punctual

Comfortable carrying out manual handling duties

Able to work effectively as part of a team

Good communication skills

Willingness to learn new production processes and equipment

Comfortable working within a busy manufacturing environment

Experience within engineering, casting, foundry, ceramics, aerospace, metalwork or specialist manufacturing would be particularly beneficial.

Health & Safety

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Wear the correct PPE at all times

Follow all site Health & Safety procedures

Handle chemicals and materials in accordance with COSHH requirements

Follow relevant Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work

Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the department

Work safely around machinery and production equipment

What's On Offer

Full-time position

46 hours per week

Monday to Thursday working pattern

Opportunity to develop experience within specialist manufacturing

Hands-on role working with machinery and production processes

Training provided on specialist equipment and procedures

Established and supportive production environment

If you're a reliable and practical individual with experience in manufacturing, production or factory work, apply today!

Please note, due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted