Production Support Operative

  2-shift working pattern

6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm

Competitive

Training and development available

At Heathcoat Fabrics we strive to be bold and dynamic in everything we do.  We are ambitious and not afraid to experiment and push boundaries within our industry.  Our highly specialist products are manufactured for use in the Automotive, Healthcare, Defence and Aerospace industries, to name a few, and we rely on the creativity, skill and dedication of our people to contribute to some of the most innovative fabric making projects in the world.  We are committed to ensuring our people have the skills and confidence to excel in their field and provide opportunities for progression at all levels.

About the department and the role

Our Final Inspection department is where we inspect and grade all fabric received from the Finishing department.

Our Support Process Operatives are responsible for servicing and loading all the inspection frames, ticketing and wrapping rolls, and any other requirement for the smooth running of the department. There are some manual handling requirements, although a power-assisted truck will be available.

Skills, knowledge and experience required

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate initiative
• Good colour vision
• Good concentration
• Experience in using a PC for basic tasks
• Ability to work in a team as well as on your own
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to lift more than 10kg

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage but not essential
• An understanding of HS&E and quality issues in a manufacturing environment
• An understanding of 5S manufacturing principles