Press Setter / Operator
- Employer
- Evtec Automotive
- Location
- Newton Aycliffe, Durham
- Salary
- £17,500 - £18,500
- Closing date
- 31 Oct 2019
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- Job Sector
- Manufacturing
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
Arlington Automotive are a fast growing 1st tier automotive manufacturer supplying some of the UK's biggest OEMs and are looking for experienced Press Setter / Operators to join our team in Newton Aycliffe.
Summary of Position
Reporting to the press shop Zone Leader, the Press Setter / Operator’s role will be to set and operate progression presses, manufacturing metal components with an aim to achieve quality and productivity targets, whilst maintaining health and safety and housekeeping standards.
Core Responsibilities
- Conduct setting tasks as required by changes in batch production
- Carry out tool changes on manual/progression presses utilising mechanical principles
- Adhere to quality procedures such as first off, last off and quality critical checks
- Undertake operation of presses to achieve production targets
- Understand and adhere to standard operating procedures
- Take an active part within a team environment and contribute to improvements and team objectives
- Achieve Company targets in personal timekeeping and attendance
- Be prepared to undertake training to enhance skills as necessary to perform key tasks.
- Must be committed to ensuring that Health & Safety & safe working practices, is of paramount importance
Carryout 5S duties, to ensure an excellent standard of housekeeping is maintained
Key Business Priorities for Role (inc KPI and Targets)
- Achievement of production manufacturing targets
- Reduction of quality issues
- Minimisation of waste
Person Profile (Knowledge, Skills & Experience)
- Proven knowledge and experience of mechanical engineering principles and pressings technology.
- Accustomed to working in a team culture using modern manufacturing techniques.
- Have experience in a high volume, high quality manufacturing.
- Possess a positive, open and flexible attitude to change, whilst performing under pressure
- The ability to convey information in an easily understood way and correctly interpret communications from others
- Awareness of Company procedures and follow them
- Possess an excellent timekeeping and attendance record.
- Be able to demonstrate a flexible attitude towards duties, shift-working and overtime as and when required.
- Willing to learn new job skills – 5S, Standard Operations and participate in improvement activities.
- Able to use and work with Quality Procedures – e.g. First Off, Last Off, and Quality critical checks.
- Experience in Setting, Resetting and Operation of Manual/progression presses.
Company
What makes working at Evtec Automotive different from other businesses?
Evtec is always looking for new talent, and what makes it different from other businesses is its unique recruitment practices. Unlike most companies which rely on traditional recruitment strategies, Evtec looks beyond what a person can't do and focuses instead on what they can do.
30% of Evtec’s workforce consists of people with disabilities, proving that what’s important at Evtec is what someone can bring to the table, not what they can’t.
In addition to this, Evtec also works with local schools and colleges to provide young people with valuable work experience. This shows just how committed the company is to unlocking potential and diversifying the workforce.
Work Experience Programmes – what initiatives are we doing to invest in the next generation of talent?
Evtec has implemented a range of initiatives designed to invest in the next generation of talent. One such initiative is the Evtec Internship Programme, which provides young people with real-world work experience and training opportunities.
The programme offers young people placements each year giving participants the chance to gain invaluable knowledge and experience.
Evtec’s Internship Programme provides a real insight into the automotive component manufacturing sector. Interns take part in real projects within the company, giving them first-hand experience of the corporate environment and allowing them to develop important skills.
What makes Evtec a great place to work?
At Evtec, we understand the importance of a supportive corporate culture. We foster an environment of respect, collaboration and inclusivity, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and opinions. We also value diversity, and actively promote the inclusion of people from all backgrounds.
We’ve developed an ethos of continuous learning, providing our workforce with access to a variety of training programmes and workshops. This helps ensure that our employees are able to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in their field and continuously develop their skills.
In addition to this, we also understand the importance of work-life balance, offering great working hours, a relaxed break in our canteen and an early Friday finish. This allows our employees to manage their own schedules and maintain a healthy balance between their work and personal lives.
For all of these reasons, Evtec is the ideal place to take your career to the next level.
What can you expect from joining our team at Evtec?
When you join our team at Evtec, you’ll be entering an environment of collaboration and respect. You can expect to have access to a range of training opportunities and great working hours, enabling you to continuously develop your skills. Most importantly, you’ll be part of an organisation that values diversity and inclusion, and is committed to unlocking potential and diversifying the workforce.
If you’re looking to take your career to the next level, Evtec is the ideal place for you. We look forward to welcoming you onboard!
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