Production Operative

**Starting Salary**:£13.05 - £13.95 per hour

**Hours**:37 hours per week (3 weekly shift rotation: day shift, back shift and night shift)

**Location**:Stockton-on-Tees, TS20 2BH.

**Contract Type**:Full-time, permanent.

**Benefits**
- A pro rata holiday entitlement of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays.
- Wellbeing and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Company pension scheme.
- Bi-annual attendance bonus.
- Company cycle to work scheme.
- Company tech scheme.
- Tailored learning and development opportunities.
- Performance/ progression based salary increases.
- Free healthy snacks.

**Summary**

We are looking for a skilled Production Operative (CNC Machinist) to work within a highly skilled dynamic environment in the precision fabrication and multi-plate processing industry. The Production Operative will work alongside the Secondary Supervisor and the wider Katmex team working together to support daily production operations. In joining our team you will have the opportunity to develop your skill-set allowing you the opportunity to get involved in stimulating and exciting projects.
- A proactive work ethic.
- A flexible approach to job rotation.
- An enthusiasm towards continuing professional development.
- An eagerness towards learning and development.
- A willingness and ability to work individually as well as within a team based environment.
- Effective two-way communication skills and an ability to collaborate with others.
- A safety conscious attitude.
- Confident in expressing ideas.
- Good attention to detail.
- Confident in collaborating with individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds.
- Alignment with Katmex Ltd’s commitment towards equality, diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
- We have a zero tolerance approach to the misuse of drugs and alcohol in the workplace and frequently carry out random and for cause testing.
- You must be eligible to work in the UK and provide relevant proof.

**Job role**
- Following part set up sheets.
- Operating CNC machines.
- Using hand tools such as pin grinders/ angle grinders.
- Completion of daily operation, TPM (total preventative/ production maintenance) and pre-operation check sheets.
- Documentation completion.
- Manual handling tasks.
- Completing tasks by use of engineering drawings.
- Inspect quality of parts to maintain high standards.
- Inspect all equipment to ensure it’s in a safe working condition.
- Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments.
- Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality.
- Other adhoc duties as requested by your line manager. However, you will be given duties in respect of your abilities, skill-set and organisational structure. The Company will not ask you to complete tasks that are outside the scope of your capabilities.

**Qualifications and experience**
- Previous experience experience using CNC machines is essential.
- Previous experience working within the manufacturing sector would be beneficial but not essential.
- Previous experience operating handheld tools would be beneficial but not essential.
- Previous experience using engineering drawings would be beneficial but not essential.
- NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or similar discipline would be beneficial but not essential.
- Previous experience in operating Mazak, Haas, Hurco or Correa machines would be beneficial but not essential.
- Previous milling experience would be beneficial but not essential.
- Employees are also given full training once they commence employment and further training and development opportunities are also available throughout employment.
- At Katmex we recognise that more diversity brings more innovation. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life and are committed to nurturing a respectful, inclusive workplace where every individual is valued and can thrive._
- As a leading supplier in the manufacturing sector we strive to be reflective of the communities, stakeholders and global supply network we serve._

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

Pay: £13.05-£13.95 per hour

Expected hours: 37 per week

Application question(s):
Please also contact the Company should you need any reasonable adjustments for employment or interview.

**Experience**:

- CNC: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person