Production Operative

Since 1973, Wilks (part of the Flexiteek Group) has been at the forefront of the UK marine industry in the supply of fendering to the world’s leading marine companies. We specialise in the manufacture of beautifully engineered synthetic decking and marine products. Our market leading product is trusted by over 200 leading boat builders worldwide.

Reporting to the Extrusion Setter we are looking for a Production Operator that will share our passion and desire for the manufacture and supply of quality products to the global marine industry.

Role responsibilities:

- coil, cut and pack profiles in accordance with the job sheet;
- monitor quality of product and advise machine setters of any issues;
- correctly label products and package/stack in accordance with the job sheet;
- complete forms and quality sheets per production run;
- grinding/sanding to improve the flatness and overall appearance of the product;
- assist in moving product within the factory and keeping a tidy work area;
- working closely with other members of the team to assure co-operative and friendly atmosphere with regard to the daily activities of production.

Skills/experience:

- background in a similar role would be beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided;
- a desire to work in a focused environment towards deadlines;
- ability to adapt to varied tasks;
- good communication skills;
- physically fit as the manual handling of raw and finished product will be required.

Other information

Location: Woodrolfe Road, Tollesbury, Maldon, Essex CM9 8RY

Contract: Full-time/permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday **12:15 to 20:45** with a 30 minute unpaid break

Benefits: 20 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays) with incremental increases after 2 years’ service to a maximum of 25 days after 5 years.

Contributory Pension Scheme (5% Employee/3% Employer)

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Company sick pay

£10.42/hr

Late shift also attracts a night rate payment of £29 per night (as applicable)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £10.42 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Application question(s):

- Are you prepared to work permanent lates from 12:15 to 20:45 Monday to Friday?

Work Location: In person