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JOB ROLE: Injection Moulding Operator

JOB LOCATION: Shepley, West Yorkshire

REPORTING TO: Injection Manager

Shepley Spring are the UK's leading bottled water manufacturer with over 20 years' experience in production and are proud to remain a family run business to this day.

The company operates in two manufacturing facilities in West Yorkshire and owns several high-speed production lines with the capabilities of producing both still and sparkling water servicing leading retailers such as Morrisons, Lidl, Booker Tesco and Sainsbury through private label and produces the brands Ice Valley® and White Rock® exclusively.

Following a period of impressive growth, the business are looking to strengthen their Production offering to support further expansion and development plans and seeking an operator to join their already established team.

Summary:

As an Injection Moulding Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining injection moulding machines to produce high-quality plastic components according to specifications. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and technical proficiency in machine operation and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of injection moulding processes, materials, and quality control procedures.

Job Specification:

* Various manual handling responsibilities including building up and clean boxes

* Regular line cleaning and a responsibility for overall hygiene.

* Start up and operate production equipment according to established procedures and guidelines

* Ensure all raw materials are checked against specification and monitor production processes to ensure efficiency and quality standards are met.

* Contribute to ensuring that production targets are met with regards to quality, health & safety, and waste minimisation.

* Collaborate with team members and injection moulding technician to achieve production targets and deadlines.

* Contribute to ensuring housekeeping and hygiene standards are met and maintained across the site.

* Ensure the food hygiene policy is always adhered too.

* Ensure compliance in all food, hygiene and safety processes and procedures.

* Participate in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge of production processes.

* Adhere to company policies, procedures, and regulations governing safety and quality standards.

* Set a role model example within your team for attitude, contribution, and teamwork.

Competencies:

* Previous experience in injection moulding or production environment preferred however, we will consider candidates with the right hardworking attitude and a passion for the industry.

* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.

* Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Working Hours: 46 hours (4 on 3 off shift pattern 8am-8pm)

(Overtime available at increased rates)

Mission Statement:

As a family-owned company, our priority is the health of our team members, our communities and our environment.

Shepley Spring is committed to responsible resource usage and integrating sustainability into every aspect of our business.

We have an obligation to not only drive aquifer preservation and sustainable withdrawals, energy efficiency, renewable energy generation and waste reduction, but also to continuously innovate to reduce our carbon footprint.

We firmly believe in continuing to grow and improving in each of these areas to make Shepley Spring the best water supplier, community partner and employer that we can be