Production Operative

Job Description

Job Summary:

Operate and maintain production equipment to maximize “up time” for production in accordance with the LSI Operating Manual and manufacturing instructions. Production equipment and workstations include: printer, book binders, trimmer and laminators

Other Duties:

• Cross-functional to work in other operations departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• To be responsible for your own Health and Safety and be aware of factors affecting your colleagues in order to maintain a safe environment.
• To report any accidents, potential hazards to your Line Manager immediately.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to operate a personal computer effectively.
• Reading comprehension
• Writing skills
• Math skills – basic arithmetic, addition, subtraction
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work safely and adhere to safety guidelines in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks
• Ability to work independently or collaborate in a group environment
• Ability to be flexible/multi-task based on workflow demands
• Ability to meet and maintain production standards
• Ability to maintain reasonably reliable attendance

Qualifications

Experience:

• 1 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Experienced HP T240 operator and/or experienced Ricoh colour printer operator and experienced Autobond Laminator operator essential.

Education:

• GCSE’s or equivalent.

Essential Physical Demands:

• Ability to walk and stand continuously during the assigned shift. 
• Ability to lift/carry in full range of motion up to 50 lbs. during the assigned shift – up to 30 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to push/pull in a manufacturing environment up to 50 lbs to push during the assigned shift – up to 40 lbs frequently and up to 50 occasionally.
• Ability to grip/grasp continuously during the assigned shift.
• Ability to bend, kneel/squat, twist/turn, reach above shoulder, and type/keyboard frequently during the assigned shift.
• Ability to work designated 12 hour shift including overtime as required.

Additional Information

Perks/Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Life Assurance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Continuous Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Business Casual dress code, dress down Fridays
• Free onsite parking
• Free Hot drinks
• Snack and Drink Vending machines on site
• Gym Membership Corporate Discount
• Service Awards