Manufacturing Team Leader Port Talbot, Wales
Job description
CanDo Laundry Services was founded in 2012 and services hospitality, medical and industrial organisation with commercial linen and laundry.
Over the years we've been awarded the following:
- 7th Best Industrial Laundry Worldwide (CINET)
- SME Commercial Laundry of the Year - UK (LADAS)
- Best Small Family Business to Work for in Wales (National Family Business Awards)
As a result of our continued expansion we are seeking talented individuals to join us as a Production Supervisor at our Production facility in Port Talbot.
You will assist the Production Manager in the day-to-day operations of the laundry and providing a safe and productive working environment for the team.
You will work closely with production operators to ensure that processing quality, quantity and service meets the standards we have set ourselves.
You will be an experienced team leader who has already built up relevant knowledge within a production environment or similar.
What you will be doing:
- Operating industrial laundry machinery
- Sorting textiles into categories
- Packing beautifully clean linen
Key responsibilities
- Assist Production Manager with day-to-day operational issues, to ensure the smooth running of the Laundry.
- Staff training, including on the job training, health and safety training.
- Ensure that Fire, Health and Safety Legislation, policies and procedures are adhered to and a culture of safe working is promoted, including management of all PPE.
- Ensure that excellent customer service is maintained by completing the required production units in a timely manner and to a satisfactory quality.
- Review the performance of the team and identify, influence and implement training and development needs, whilst acting as a mentor.
- Develop a culture of a team working across all functional areas of the laundry and between shifts.
- Ensure that the Management Team are advised and informed of operational issues as appropriate.
- Responsible for managing all production staff within your remit including welfare issues, complying at all times to the relevant legislation.
- Review, monitor and maintain systems to monitor overall staff productivity and performance.
- Monitor linen and other regular stock checks and supply accurate information.
- Responsible for general cleanliness and other housekeeping duties including the outside yard area.
- Adhere to strictest confidentiality standards with regards to all company financial, salary and HR matters.
- Maximise product quality and to ensure the correct classification of reject, stained and abused linen.
Location
Unit 2, Addison Road, Port Talbot, SA12 6HZ
Bus Routes: The 202 bus (Port Talbot) has 50 stops departing from Bus Station 2, Neath and ending in Bus Station 2, Port Talbot. 202 bus timetable overview: Normally starts operating at 08:50 and ends at 16:50. Normal operating days: weekdays
Train Schedule: Runs approximately every 15 mins from Neath & Bridgend
What we look for from our candidates:
- Driven team mindset working collaboratively
- Process driven approach - you will be standing and lifting all day
- Capability to understand and operate machinery - all training will be provided!
What you will get:
- Competitive pay, higher than many similar jobs
- A safe, modern, and well-established workplace
- Strong health and safety measures in place
- Free On-site Parking
Next Steps:
We offer a fast application process:
1. Apply online in a few minutes
2. One of our team will call you for a 15 minute casual interview
3. If you are successful, you will be invited for an in person interview at the CanDo Site.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £11.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Wellness programme
Application question(s):
- Do you have a criminal record or pending prosecution?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 25/05/2023
Expected start date: 22/05/2023
