LEAD INFORMATION Job Title – Production Operative Site location – St Helens Responsible to – Production Manager Purpose of the role - Resposnible for a wide array of production tasks across a large production facility including machine operation, loading, unloading, quality checking and supporting site in any means possible. Client brief - Our client is a large well renowned family-owned business in Manufacturing timber products based in St Helens and supply the retail trade and builders merchants across the UK. KEY INFORMATION Reason for vacancy – Increased demand Contract – Temp to perm Hourly Rate - £12.21ph Shifts – Monday to Friday days, 8am-5.30pm Facilities – Fantastic facilities on site, very clean and tidy office environment, kitchen/canteen, vending machines, free parking RESPONSIBILITIES The role - The responsibilities of these positions are varied but not limited to - * Operating timber production machinery within health and safety guidelines at all times * Loading and unloading the timber production machines with raw material and finished product * Quality Checking/Spot Checking products to ensure they meet site and client quality standards * Reporting machine and product faults to management * Ensuring the machinery and production areas are kept safe and clear of debris KEY SKILLS REQUIRED * Previous machine operating experience (ideally in timber industry) * Previous experience setting or programming timber production machinery is highly advantageous but not essential * Ability to read technical drawings is highly advantageous but not essential * Ability to follow instructions and read and write in English is essential * Interest in developing technical ability and desire to progress is essential in these roles