Production Operator

Production Operator page is loaded Production Operatorlocations: Rainford, United Kingdomposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R12262 Job RequirementsAlkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we are delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry's most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with a global reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we are always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us! Primary Activities Operate both SEF 1 and SEF 3 baling machine's, SEF 3 blanket line equipment, Wet Plant reel end and mix equipment, depending on the product form required, packing all product to the required specification. Ensure that boxes are made, correctly labelled and sealed to the set standard, to satisfy customer requirements. Remove scrap from the production line and recycle or dispose of according to standard procedures. Constantly monitor product quality visually and through taking samples to the agreed schedule for quality control analysis. Remove contamination from the mat and highlight any persistent contamination to the SM. Quality control, such as visual checks, thickness and densities and settling heights. Other in-line quality control checks may be introduced, for which the Production Operator will be trained. Responsible for quality check on product leaving the factory. Maintain and improve the set standard of housekeeping around the plant, with particular attention to the packing area. Adherence to Unifrax packaging process instruction and compliance with the BOM (bill of materials) for which full training will be given. Assist the Furnace and roto former operators where necessary to ensure the production lines run to standard. Record taking and adherence to manufacturing standards, such as logging data and updating spreadsheets is expected. Secondary Activities Carry out scheduled cleaning activities on whichever plant you are operating in. During plant shutdowns assist the production team in setting up the plant ready for the next campaign Maintain a high standard of housekeeping along the production lines. Carry out other production activities as specified by the SM Carry out operator maintenance tasks for which training and accreditation have been completed. Involvement in standardisation or continuous improvement activities on the plant. Competencies: A high level of computer literacy SAP and Excel Results orientated individual Passionate about giving a good service Strong attention to detail Highly organised and able to manage own workload and priorities Strong effective team player Flexibility to cover fluctuating demand within a small team Excellent interpersonal, persuasion and communication skills Qualifications / skills: Production Operators will need to possess a current fork-lift truck (FLT) license and be medically fit for FLT work.At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people - ALL PEOPLE - breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation, and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, colour, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran's status, or any other protected class.Alkegen is a specialty materials leader serving mission-critical systems that the world is focused on for the future, including: battery technologies, electric vehicles, filtration media, and specialty insulation materials that enable customers to reduce fossil fuel consumption, save energy, and live greener.We help people breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.Our experience speaks for itself. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer with the global reach and talent to solve your most demanding applications.With 60 manufacturing facilities and 9,000+ highly skilled employees located around the world, we can solve any challenge.Dedicated to sustainability and human health, we are uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.