Job Description:
Zund Operator - Night Shift
Location: Irlam
Salary: From £26,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience
Shift Pattern: Tuesday to Friday, 22:00-06:00
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for a Zund Operator to join a growing and busy production business based in Irlam, working as part of its dedicated night shift team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in production, manufacturing or operating machinery who is looking to develop their technical skills and work with specialist cutting equipment.
Previous experience operating a Zund cutting machine would be advantageous, but it is not essential. Candidates with experience using other types of cutting machinery, production equipment or manufacturing processes will also be considered.
Full on-the-job training will be provided for the successful candidate, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who is mechanically minded, has good attention to detail and is keen to learn new skills.
The Role
Working within the production department, you will play an important part in ensuring work is processed accurately, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Operating Zund cutting machinery to process a variety of materials and production jobs.
- Learning and understanding machine settings, operating procedures and production requirements.
- Ensuring materials are loaded, processed and handled correctly.
- Carrying out quality checks throughout the production process.
- Checking finished work to ensure it meets the required specifications and quality standards.
- Identifying and reporting any production or quality issues.
- Supporting general production and finishing duties when required.
- Handling materials and finished products safely and efficiently.
- Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised working environment.
- Working alongside colleagues to ensure production targets and deadlines are achieved.
- Following company procedures and all relevant health and safety requirements.
About You
We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual who is comfortable working in a busy production environment and is keen to develop their skills.
Ideally, you will have:
- Previous experience operating cutting machinery, production equipment or manufacturing machinery.
- Experience within print, large-format graphics or a similar production environment would be beneficial.
- An understanding of production processes and quality control.
- Good attention to detail and the ability to work accurately.
- The ability to follow instructions and learn new processes.
- A practical, hands-on approach to work.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- A dependable and committed attitude towards work.
- The flexibility and commitment to work a permanent night shift pattern.
Zund experience is desirable but not essential. Applications are welcomed from candidates with transferable machinery or production experience who are willing to undertake training.
What's On Offer?
- Starting salary from £26,000 per annum.
- Salary negotiable depending on experience.
- Full training provided on specialist Zund cutting equipment.
- Permanent, full-time employment.
- Four-night working week, Tuesday to Friday.
- Consistent night shift hours of 22:00-06:00.
- Opportunity to develop specialist technical and production skills.
- The chance to join a growing and busy production business.
How to Apply
If you have previous experience working with production machinery, cutting equipment or within a manufacturing environment and are looking for a new opportunity on a permanent night shift, we would be keen to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more and discuss the opportunity in confidence.
