Manufacturing Production Assistant Hockley, East of England
Job description
Avaliable Job Today Wayland Games Limited is looking for a Manufacturing Production Assistant to work in the head office just outside of Southend in Essex. The successful candidate will have experience in a Creative Environment or Hobby, plus a keen eye for detail and previous success in achieving targets. Warcradle Products are sold and played all around the world, we must ensure that our Quality Standards stay high and our reputation is upheld. In addition to a competitive salary, and 28 days holiday, this full-time position offers the opportunity to be part of a creative business with exposure to not only the industry but also to other aspects of the development process as part of the Manufacturing Department.
Summary of role
This multi-skilled role will focus on aspects of Product Assembly, Resin Production and MDF Production; working as part of a number of teams. This includes quality control and working to strict deadlines to ensure products are available on time to trade and personal sales customers. The successful candidate must also ensure Health & Safety and Quality Standards are maintained at all times in line with Company expectations and Best Practice Process Protocols.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Picking and Assembling work orders.
- Maintaining high levels of accuracy and in line with KPIs.
- Checking tasks on the team board to ensure workloads and daily tasks are organised and completed to meet service levels.
- Helping to maintain the stock storage system and stock checking regularly.
- Assist with the production of MDF Terrain including painting and other ad-hoc tasks including, but not limited to, test-building and data entry.
- To cast and de-mould high-quality resin sprues to the agreed schedule.
- To follow Manufacturing’s Quality Control Standards; with a willingness to continuously look for ways to improve the Quality of Products and Production efficiency.
- To assist in receiving and maintaining consumables stock levels.
- Operating and maintaining machinery such as Shrink Wrappers and Resin Dispensing Machines, following strict processes in line with Health and Safety regulations; after training, when required.
- Adhere to and ensure that the Manufacturing areas are kept to a clean and safe standard in line with all H&S regulations and procedures that have been set; encouraging others to do so, including managing your own workspace - emptying bins, clearing the floor etc.
- Ensure all operational waste is correctly and safely disposed of, according to Company Standards.
- Assist other areas of Manufacturing such as MDF Laser Cutting, Mould Making and Plastic Injection Casting; after training, when required,
- Forklift duties include, but are not limited to, maintenance of the forklift and receipt of deliveries; after training, when required
- To communicate effectively with the Manufacturing Supervisor.
- Using and maintaining online tasking systems or databases to record the yield of product and report this to the Manufacturing Supervisor.
- Identifying and escalating issues affecting the team, its processes or service levels, including faulty equipment, to the Manufacturing Supervisor.
- Attending, with full participation, quarterly 1-2-1’s with the Manufacturing Supervisor, setting personal targets, development areas and discussing any training required to maintain effectiveness within the role in line with the Team’s skills matrix.
- Ensure the Company's reputation is maintained at all times and encourage others to do so.
- Assisting with any additional tasks requested by the Manufacturing Supervisor or Senior Management Team.
Qualifications and Skills
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills and the ability to build new relationships
- Enjoy both computer and hands-on Manufacturing tasks
- A fast learner that thrives on challenges
- Ability to adapt and be flexible with change
- A keen eye for detail
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Background or knowledge in a Creative Industry; whether in a previous role or hobby
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £21,770.00-£22,770.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
