Technical Operator - Biofinity High Volume Green Shift
Technical Operator - Biofinity High Volume Green Shift
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Job Description
THIS ROLE IS ONLY ACCEPTING INTERNAL APPLICATIONS
ONLY CURRENT COOPERVISION EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY
Job title: Technical Operator
Department: Manufacturing
Location: Hamble SP4
GLS: Ungraded
Working hours: Full time Green Shift 4 days on 4 days off
Contract Type: Permanent
YOU MAY ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE 12 WEEKS CONTINUAL SERVICE WITH COOPERVISION
PLEASE ADVISE YOUR MANAGER THAT YOU ARE APPLYING
Recruitment Process:
1st stage: Technical Test
2nd Stage: Interview
If you have passed the test in the last 12 months you do not need to resit
If you have failed the test you must wait 6 months to apply again and retake the test
You will be contacted on the email address you have registered on MyCooper if this is not up to date please emailto update your email contact details
A brighter future awaits you
CooperVision is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improvethe way people see each day. Its more than makingcontact lenses its about giving lens wearers freedom andconfidence to move about their daily lives. Were all about bright futures for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.
Job summary What to expect:
Working on the Green shift on the high volume Biofinity Line in Hamble you will perform a range of manufacturing duties on a high volume line to ensure we are maximising the performance of equipment relating to the contact lens manufacturing process in accordance with related procedures and Health and Safety guidelines.
You will be responsible for the quality production of contact lenses through managing and maintaining exceptional module performance to achieve the required quality yield and volumes in a safe working practise. Use systems which provide module performance data over specific timescales and diagnose ongoing performance related issues and resolve or escalate.
Essential Functions & Accountabilities:
Health & Safety (H&S) & Compliance
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Follow standard operating procedures to operate various pieces of manufacturing equipment.
- Comply with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and cleaning routines for all operating equipment.
- Conducting quality control checks and timely review of production statistics to ensure product compliance throughout the process.
Communication
- Document and record module performance on daily handovers.
- Attend meetings and trainings programmes as required.
- Communicate findings related to underperformance and improvements.
Process & Performance
- Maximising the performance of all equipment relating to the contact lens manufacturing process in accordance with related procedures and Health and Safety Guidelines.
- Monitoring and adjust equipment and process conditions to ensure that right first time quality is achieved and nonconformities are reported.
- Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance in line with the Technical Operator role.
- Participate in and lead Continuous Improvement initiatives based on root causes in order to improve performance and reduce quality loss and improve H&S approach.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose performance related equipment issues which cause loss in yield or volume using systems such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Participate in regular yield meetings by providing data related to dry line and cavity performance and acting to improve.
- Perform batch changeovers and end of run clean down including disassembly and reassembly of necessary equipment whilst maintaining batch integrity.
- Be responsible for initiating and executing all required Out of Control Action Plans (OCAPs) and documentation where required.
Teamwork
- Liaise with Production Engineering Maintenance and other support departments to form effective communication and working practices.
- Always promote an environment of teamwork.
- Assists in training new employees when required.
Operational / Business Unit Housekeeping
- Perform all duties and responsibilities required of the Production Operator role as and when required.
- Basic cleaning and maintenance of machinery in accordance with SOPs.
- Perform additional related tasks as assigned.
Work Environment:
- The post works within a demanding yet informal English speaking inclusive environment where there is an ongoing expectation and responsibility to maximise productivity time and productivity levels to ensure targets are met
- The immediate work area is open plan with lots of moving equipment with team members in close proximity.
- Controlled manufacturing environment with a clean room area with required gowning procedures e.g. all hair covered no makeup and no heels.
- The work typically carried out over a 12hour shift is physically demanding and a significant proportion of the shift will require the employee to stand and be active.
- Some of our work areas have a high level of noise. Where this is above prescribed limits PPE is supplied and must be worn at all times.
- In some roles you may be required to handle chemicals. Full PPE and training will be provided to those who will do so.
- Will be required to undergo annual surveillance health checks.
A full job description is available upon request.
About you:
We are looking for someone who has experience of working in the manufacturing department who has strong communication and organisational skills to support effective interaction across departments. The successful candidate will be able to interpret and analyse data and possesses good faultfinding and problemsolving skills. Someone with Technical Operations experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
Experience & Education:
Required
- High degree of Verbal Numerical and Mechanical reasoning ability.
- A high standard of written and spoken English.
- Experience in the use of handling handheld tools.
Preferred
- Prior experience of working in a Technical role and/or relevant Technical Qualifications would be advantageous.
- Ideally one years experience of working in a result driven manufacturing environment.
- Experience within a highvolume manufacturing area would be advantageous.
What we offer:
Youll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including; 22 shifts holidays shift allowance pension scheme healthcare cover life assurance access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!
We are committed to our employees personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals well give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.
We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in you career and grow with CooperVision
What you can expect:
As a CooperVision employee youll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success. With our CooperPride African Descent Womans Impact Network and Mind Body and Wellbeing Employee Resource Groups we offer opportunities for employees to learn and grow within an inclusive and safe space.
Please view our careers page at view all other opportunities.
Employment Type
Full-Time
