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Production Operative – Are you eager to be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation
Spider is advertising on behalf of a leading ceramics manufacturing company for a Press Operator to join their production team in Newmarket, Suffolk!
About them:
Join them at a leading ceramics manufacturing company, celebrated for their high-quality products and commitment to excellence. Their collaborative environment is perfect for those who thrive on hands-on challenges and wish to grow in their careers.
Fantastic company benefits include:
- Competitive Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 Depending on experience (negotiable and regularly reviewed)
- Holiday: 28 Days including Bank Holidays
- Flexible working hours
- Employee benefits: Private Healthcare and wellbeing benefits to discuss at interview
About the role:
As a Press Operator, you will be immersed in our state-of-the-art production process, utilising your mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. This hands-on, varied role ensures that no two days will be the same, allowing for both personal and professional growth. You will operate a large industrial iso-static press to produce high-quality ceramics, manage heavy tooling and equipment, and collaborate with our engineering team to enhance tooling and moulds.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate & maintain a large industrial iso-static press to produce high-quality ceramics.
- Accurately mix materials to ensure consistency and quality in production.
- Collaborate with our engineering team to enhance tooling and moulds.
- Manage heavy tooling and equipment, necessitating physical fitness and strength.
- Identify and resolve technical challenges proactively, applying practical problem-solving skills.
- Help in the production of press tooling/bags using modern technology (CAD/additive Manufacturing)
- Follow instructions accurately, and record data to support production trials for the growth of the business
- At times you will be required to help with other production tasks, for example cutting and grinding
About You:
The ideal candidate will be an intelligent motivated and independent individual who is detail-oriented, physically fit, and a strong team player. While experience in operating machinery or working in manufacturing is a bonus, we are willing to train the right candidate. A desire to meet production targets, an eagerness to learn and the ability to collaborate effectively are essential traits we value. You must live within a within 30 miles of Newmarket to be considered for this role, with own transport to get there.
If you have the relevant experience, and knowledge, and would like to in a great company, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Additional keywords: press operator, manufacturing, iso-static press operator, ceramics, supplier, production operative, materials forming
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