Press Operator

FUNCTION

The role of the Press Operator is to maximise the throughput of the Conventional Press Cell understanding and implement the discipline of continuous improvement within the cell and particularly operating as a daily requirement. The purpose is to develop our departmental skills using lean manufacturing techniques. The role will be part of a team actively pursuing the KPI goal of the Conventional Press Cell. Working with all relevant departments to ensure the cell is functioning and delivering in accordance to the production plan and achieve the KPIs set in Quality Cost Delivery People & Safety

The role will require the Press Operator to be part of the manufacturing team striving towards the daily targets which include:

Ensure the achievement of targets QCDPS for the team

Understand and achieve the correct quality standards within the team

Seek urgent Team Leader support when issues outside of your control are affecting the teams QCDPS targets

Contribute to Lean Manufacturing

Be supportive and motivated member of the team

Assist the Team leader as and when required

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Operate presses efficiently and in compliance with established procedures

Ensure production rates are accurate adhered to or bettered

Ensure any deficiencies/concerns are reported to the Team Leader

Ensure finished work and work in progress is placed in correct dropping area at all times

Ensure that all scrap produced is emptied within the shift and is not left for others to empty

Ability to read and understand job sheets drawings and any accompanying documentation

Use of measuring equipment relevant to the department most notably verniers micrometers and drop clocks

Demonstrate clear commitment and ongoing support to the companys Total Quality performance process

To comply at all times with Health and Safety requirements

Demonstrate flexibility within the Press Cell as well as any other departments within the company

Work overtime and shifts as and when required sometimes at short notice

Undertake any others tasks as may be required

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Previous experience of working in a similar role within a manufacturing environment

Basic understanding of engineering drawings

Ability to work effectively independently and within a small team

Ability to work without supervision

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Attention to detail

Ability to work effectively and use own initiative

Good verbal and written communication

Self-motivated with ability to work unsupervised with a can do attitude

Team player with good interpersonal skills

Ability to work to a high standard of accuracy within a timely manner

Good time management skills

Customer focused

Other job components

This role regularly requires long periods of sitting and standing and use of hands to operate electronic equipment. Work may also occasionally involve lifting of materials and products

Why Join Ford Aerospace

In return youll get:

• To be an integral part of a business with over 100 years history and diverse customer base

• 4 day working week (Mon - Thurs)

• Access to free on-site car parking

• Profit Share Scheme

• Healthcare Cash Plan including Employee Assistance Programme Private Healthcare & Rewards

• Company Pension Scheme

• Introduce a Colleague Scheme

• Social Events

• Company Sick Pay Scheme

Shifts:

Note: we operate a 4 day working week (37.5hours)

• Day Shift - Monday to Wednesday - 07:00 to 17:00 & Thursday 07:00 to 16:30

• Earlies - Monday to Wednesday - 06:00 to 16:00 & Thursday 06:00 to 15:30

• Lates - Monday to Wednesday 13:00 to 23:00 & Thursday 13:00 to 22:30

Paid shift allowance

To apply please forward your CV to: