Production Operative

Proactive
Hatfield, United Kingdom
2 months ago
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Role: Production Operative

Location: Welham Green

Salary: £28,000 - £29,000 depending on experience

Proactive are currently in search of a skilled Production Operative to start work for a market leading manufacturing company based in Welham Green.

As a Production Operative you will be have an opportunity to develop your skills within our manufacturing department, your duties will include picking, packing, reeling, palletising, cutting, checking picking lists, printing labels and using the companies ERP system to check inventory

Key Accountabilties

Good communication skills with co-workers and managers.

Team player and able to work with others to achieve deadlines and objectives.

Able to work in different sections at short notice to meet scheduled requirements.

The ability to read and understand Engineering drawings and diagrams

Committed to a continuous improvement culture.

A logical understanding of, and keenness for problem solving and efficiency improvement.

Competent IT skills

Strong attention to detail.

Driven with a desire to learn and succeed, completing tasks in the required timescales.

Have a background in picking, packing, warehouse, checking stock, using a computer system to check inventory.

Excellent organisational skills being able to plan your workload to meet shipping dates of stock.

Be able to read and understand picking lists, stock lists and identify parts and lot numbers.

To have worked within a recognised Quality Management System such as ISO(Apply online only) and have been committed to a continuous improvement culture. How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jemal Tawfieg on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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