Foreperson - Latex Backing Plant

Pin icon OL13 Bacup
Pound Sterling icon £12.71 per hour + overtime @ £15.88 (over 39 hours)
Clock icon Permanent
Calendar icon 2 days ago
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Foreperson - Latex Backing Plant

An excellent opportunity for a mechanically minded individual to learn a specialist manufacturing process and develop their skills within a busy production environment.

Bacup, Lancashire (OL13 9RZ)

Full-time

£12.71 per hour + overtime @ £15.88 (over 39 hours)

  • 12-hour shifts Monday to Friday.
  • 6:00am - 6:00pm (4:00pm finish on Fridays)
  • Overtime available at weekends when required

The role

This is a hands-on role where you will learn all aspects of running the latex coating machines. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will gain knowledge of the production process and support a range of factory operations.

Key responsibilities

  • Learn all aspects of operating the latex coating machines.
  • Mix latex for production.
  • Sew fabrics as part of the manufacturing process.
  • Carry out batching duties.
  • Complete quality control checks.
  • Assist with loading and unloading trucks.
  • Support other duties around the factory as required.

Skills and experience

  • Experience working with similar machinery preferred.
  • Mechanically minded.
  • Mature attitude.
  • Quick to learn.
  • Intelligent and willing to develop new skills.
  • Able to undertake some heavy lifting (up to 60-70kg aided).
  • Willing to work at least half a day on Saturdays or Sundays when overtime is required.

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You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

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