We are currently looking for a Production Operative to join our Production Team on a permanent basis Monday to Friday (0600 - 1430) at our state of the art manufacturing facility in Tamworth. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our company's continued growth.

A specialist in the manufacture and distribution of cement and bitumen-based products to the world markets for over 40 years here at Instarmac we pride ourselves on our open communication.

We have a strong family feel and work ethos where everyone is valued and rewarded for what they do. Our prestigious awards, which include Great Place to Work® and Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies, are in recognition of our strong leadership, outstanding employee engagement and benefits and excellent wellbeing initiatives.

Our company values – Work Hard, Have Fun, Make a Difference – are what guide us, make us who we are and show what we stand for.

How you will make the difference:

Working as part of a team to ensure the safe and efficient manufacture of materials to the correct specification, both manually and by using provided automation / machinery, to feed business operations and customer demand.

Responsibilities

• To manufacture products on a Right First Time basis whilst following company procedures and observing all Health and Safety requirements.

• To demonstrate flexibility with regard to operational requirements of the business.

• Ensure the safety of yourself and others whilst carrying out your duties.

• Carry out housekeeping activities within timescales relevant to each specific area.

• To maintain expected cleaning and housekeeping standards of all production areas worked in. 

• Work to 5S standards and promote 5S standards to other colleagues

• Identify and inform the management team of quality and maintenance issues when they arise.

• To strive towards continuous improvement in all activities undertaken.

• To complete vocational and skills based training as required.

• Completion of production related administration as required.

• Ensure that all lifting and manoeuvring of product is carried out in accordance with manual handling procedures 

• Operate in a safe manner complying with all health, safety and environmental requirements to ensure own and safety of others 

• Handle any hazardous materials in an appropriate manner

• Keep areas of work clean and tidy to ensure operational efficiency

• Make recommendations to aid efficiency and add value

• Promote good working relationships as an integral part of the team

• Undertakes duties in accordance with all relevant management systems and controls.

What you will need:

• Previous experience working as a Production Operative within a busy Production facility, with experience of using mandatory and automated production line machinery and is able to work across multiple lines
• Ability to plan, organize and anticipate demands relating to works tasks, materials & packaging requirements to optimize production line delivery and to optimize efficiencies
• Ability to demonstrate ‘right first time’ and 5S methodology and standards to drive continuous improvements

If this sounds like you do get in touch!

Benefits you'll receive:       

Performance Profit Related Bonus (PPRP) - a discretionary bonus of around 8% of salary paid annually.

Up to 29 days annual leave

5-7.5% pension contribution

Private medical cover

Life Cover & Income Protection

Dental cover plan

Free use of our holiday homes in Tenerife, Padstow and St Ives with subsidised petrol / flight costs.

Charity events, match funding and volunteering opportunities

An extensive EAP suite to support health and financial wellbeing

Retail discounts and savings