Finished Goods Operative – Droylsden

Overview

 Finished Goods Operative – Droylsden 

Key Responsibilities 

• Machinery & Plant Operation: Be proficient in operating all machinery and plant essential to the business unit, ensuring their safe and efficient use.
• Maintenance:
   
  • Conduct daily and weekly checks on machinery and plant.
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  • Perform refuelling, lubrication, and greasing as needed to maintain operational standards.
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  • Promptly record and report any defects or breakdowns to ensure timely resolution.
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• Production Reporting: Accurately report daily production output and any downtime to the Operations Manager for review and action.

• Work Environment:
   
  • Maintain a safe and organized workspace, ensuring walkways and emergency exits are free of obstructions.
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  • Always use the appropriate safety equipment and PPE.
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• Incident Reporting: Immediately report:
   
  • Non-conforming wastes or contamination delivered to the site.
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  • Accidents, incidents, near-misses, environmental hazards, and health & safety breaches to the relevant manager.
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• Permit Compliance: Verify that incoming loads comply with the site license and permitted waste types.
• Stock Management: Oversee stock rotation processes to comply with site permit requirements.

• Training: Undertake necessary training to expand capabilities, including the operation of additional machinery, equipment, or supervisory tasks.
• Audits & Checks: Conduct random checks and audits on machinery under your remit to ensure compliance with operational standards.

• Cover other operational roles as needed to ensure the continuity of business activities.
• Engage in manual handling tasks to assist with waste management activities.

• Take responsibility for personal health and safety, as well as that of colleagues potentially affected by your work actions.
• Actively identify and report unsafe conditions to foster a safe workplace culture.
• Adhere to the company’s management systems, safe systems of work, and legal requirements.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise 

• The ideal candidate will  ideally have experience operating Tele Handler or FLT.
• Strong understanding of plant and machinery operations.
•  Exceptional attention to detail in maintenance and safety protocols.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.
•  Proactive approach to problem-solving and incident management.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Job Benefits