Machine Operator

5 days ago

Ferndown, United Kingdom Air Bearings Limited Full time

Air Bearings Limited (ABL) are a world leading innovative manufacturer of air bearing solutions, used across the engineering spectrum; whilst we are based in Ferndown (Dorset), we provide real world solutions globally.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced **Machine Operator** to join us at busy and exciting time; This is a permanent, full-time position, working within a friendly and supportive team.

**What will the role involve?**
- To safely operate and set machines enabling the smooth manufacturing of components from production drawings and documentation
- Ensure the timely production of parts to pre-determined deadlines.
- Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within Cell area - together with other Cell Members, ensuring a safe working environment
- To ensure that all work carried out complies with health and safety requirements as laid down by the company and by external bodies.
- To take an active role in company initiatives such as continuous improvement, quality initiatives or new manufacturing systems and processes as they are introduced.
- Work together with colleagues in a considerate and respectful manner.
- The post holder will also be expected to carry out any other duties which may reasonably be within the competence of the post holder.

**What will you require?**
- Ideally, you will be an experienced machine operator with a proven track record in the relevant industry.
- Time-Served is desirable, but not essential
- Be a Self-motivated team player
- Ability to operate with the minimum of supervision
- Experience in reading Engineering Drawings is desirable, but not essential
- Excellent time management skills and able to prioritise your workload
- Ability to communicate effectively and clearly with employees at all levels
- IT literate

**Additional information and company benefits**
- Weekly Hours: 38 hours per week, Monday-Thursday
- Overtime available where required
- Free Parking
- Pension Scheme
- Bupa Cash Plan scheme (effective after qualifying period)

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Day shift
- No weekends

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