Plant Operative (Weekend Shift) Wellingborough, England
Job description
About Scott Bader
Scott Bader is an employee-owned global manufacturer of advanced composites, structural adhesives and functional polymers. Established in 1921, we have a century of expertise in manufacturing high-quality, innovative products for a variety of markets around the world. Scott Bader now employs 800 people across 7 manufacturing sites and 18 offices worldwide.
Scott Bader is committed to expanding its global reach, with recent ventures including North America, India, Japan and Australia, while continuing to build on its reputation for innovation, outstanding quality and technical expertise.
Scott Bader is different to most other companies. Our business is based on the simple principle of maintaining a balance between our social purpose and business needs. In 1951 we became the first UK company to hold a Common Ownership Certificate when the Bader family handed over their shares to the Scott Bader Commonwealth Ltd – in simple terms, this means that Scott Bader colleagues own and are responsible for the success and overall wellbeing of the company.
Diversity & Inclusion
Our aim is to create an environment that is welcoming to all people, and ensures we treat each other and customers with respect. We appreciate different and fresh ways of thinking, encouraging innovation where colleagues feel they can express their views freely, and create a working atmosphere in which everyone is able to deliver a high-quality service.
About the role
The position will manufacture finished products to meet production schedules in accordance with specified formulations/process instructions. The position will also complete final product testing in line with agreed quality assurance standards, whilst maintaining high standards of responsible care, quality and cost effectiveness.
Key responsibilities
Maintain a high standard of responsible care and housekeeping, consistent with all company and legislative requirements (e.g., COSHH, HSE, IPPC).
Follow procedures as specified in the Standard Operating Procedure manuals (SOP).
Manufacture finished products to meet production schedules.
Complete all specified in-process and final product testing in line with agreed quality assurance standards.
Ensure data is promptly and accurately recorded and followed up in a timely manner where necessary.
Work with other shifts and departments to meet production schedules.
Assist the team leader in the training of new employees.
About you
The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working within a plant or operational environment. Experienced in working to tight deadlines whilst ensuring high standards and quality of work are achieved. Happy to work on own initiative and efficiently as part of a team.
Shift Pattern
The shift pattern for this position will rotate between the following, covering a 32 hour week:
Friday 6.00pm – 6.00am, Saturday 6.00pm – 6.00am and Sunday 06.00pm – 02.00am
Saturday 6:00am – 6:00pm, Sunday 6:00am – 6:00pm and Monday 6:00am – 2:00pm
Salary & benefits: The salary for the position will be £17,287.40 + Shift Allowance of £12,584.26. In addition to your salary, you will also be included into our company bonus scheme (Group Staff Bonus & Profit Performance Bonus). Our Group Staff Bonus & Profit Performance Pay bonus scheme reinforces the Scott Bader principle of working together for a common goal and sharing in our successes.
Pension: We offer a generous contribution to your pension and dependant on your monthly commitment, we will contribute up to a maximum of 2x your contribution up to a maximum of 10%.
Health: We offer Vitality private medical insurance to all employees alongside Medicash Cash Plan. There is also a Cycle to Work scheme and Employee Assistance Programme available to you.
Holiday: Your annual leave will be 152.5 hours + Bank Holidays. There is also the opportunity to purchase additional holiday days in case you need a couple of extra days.
Volunteering & Fundraising: You will have one full day per year to complete volunteering work of your choice which will be paid. If you are thinking about fundraising for your favourite charity or local community event, we will happily match the funds that you have raised up to a maximum of £1000 in any one year.
Onsite benefits: Our Head Office sits within 44 acres of Northamptonshire countryside, nestled within the village of Wollaston. With free car parking and electric car charging points, discounted canteen and use of the onsite swimming pool.
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £29,871.66 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: One location
