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Job Title:                              Production Operative

 

Level:                               A Grade.

Area:                                 (Film Coat & Unidirectional

Reports to:                          Team Leader & Area Supervisor.

Effective date:

Version Number:                             

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1. POSITION SUMMARY

Working in Film Coat and UD Department, you will be under the direct supervision of a Team Leader and above them, area supervisor.

Producing coated film and / or unidirectional material in line with customer requirements.

The role is all about team work as both film coat and UD machines are run as a team with each person carrying out a specific task.

Once trained this will vary as you progress so that you learn the skills to become a fully skilled operator across all equipment in the area.

2. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Your role is to be part of the team running both film coat and unidirectional machines. This will involve the following tasks:

Film Coating (Film Coat 2 & Film Coat 3)

As well as the B grade duties listed below A grade operators must also cover responsibilities in the box directly below

| | | --- | | A Grade Responsibilities | | - FC scanner set up - FC resin weight set up - FC pull roller outer sleeve replacement - FC Metering roll speed set up - FC inputting the batch number - FC removal of resin streaks - FC 710 resin film production - FC labeling safety life of manufactured films - SAP / QA sample grid entry - SAP regeneration of labels - Roll report / inspection - FC goods inwards in SAP create rolls etc - FC input OEE data - FC input batch number – scanner. - UD pitch fiber set up - UD setting up the Beta gauge - UD inputting the batch number - UD pressure and gap setting - UD installation of scrim fabric - UD rotary die cutting QA - UD installation of fiber - UD temperature set up - UD tension set up - UD drive selection and activation - UD replacing slitter blades - UD installation of adhesive interleaves - UD run sheet / paperwork - UD inspection / roll reports - UD pull through to wash off - UD pre-run wash off - UD weight check & scanner adjustment - UD goods issue SAP - UD sample / grid entry SAP - UD  QA inspector - UD control panel (all lines) - UD gap / nip ratio (all lines) |

• FC temp set up
• FC HMI set up
• FC installation of release paper
• FC poly installation
• FC gap setting
• FC product roll change
• FC cleaning procedure
• FC set up & use of ovens
• FC trough preparation
• FC operation of rubber roller
• FC bag, box and label finished product
• FC checking paper and poly
• HSE Exotherm awareness training module.

Unidirectional   (UD 2,4 and 5) – All Lines.

• Sample cutter operation
• UD temp set up
• UD installation of top paper release
• UD installation of bottom paper release
• UD installation of top resin film
• UD paper removal set up
• UD installation of interleaves
• UD slitter set up
• UD roller cleaning
• UD bobbin weighing
• UD regeneration of labels
• UD paper and poly identification
• UD roll changes
• UD bag, box & label final product

 

3. RESPONSIBILITIES

4. To maintain the highest standard of professional, ethical and safe behavior. Adhering to the company’s Code of Conduct policy

5. Maintaining a high standard of health and safety throughout the production environment, to include general housekeeping including 5C standards and safety observations, adhering to the site specific PPE requirements in various production areas

6. To provide cover for colleagues, when required.

7. Observe and practice site safety and security at all times

8. Responsible for the quality of the products within your designated production area (inspection training will be given)

9. Working within a team to ensure that the daily production plan is met or exceeded.

10. Test operations of machinery including safety circuits periodically

11. Set up/changeover machines in  line with SMED methodology

12. Maintain routine production paperwork as well as digital spreadsheets

13. REQUIREMENTS

14. This position requires a person with good time management, self-motivation, numerate and accurate. Good computer skills.

15. A working knowledge of working with hazardous goods

16. Must be highly organised and disciplined, a team player with good communication skills and be self-motivated.

17. Ability to work under pressure.

18. Good attention to detail

19. Proactive and self-motivated

20. Able to work to deadlines and changing priorities.

21. IT Skills - preferably  SAP

22. Ability to work collaboratively across all departments

23. Be personally motivated and able to work proactively and independently

24. Strong commitment to all aspects of safety due to experience in similar environments

25. Analytical skills

26. A reasonable degree of physical stamina and strength to be able to work in a fast moving production environment

27. Ability to read and understand standard operating procedures

28. To work the existing shift pattern within Site 4 as driven by current business needs

29. The ability to switch between various production departments based on business needs

30. QUALIFICATIONS/KNOW HOW

31. Working experience in a manufacturing environment would be advantageous

B. All the above responsibilities and requirements are not an exhaustive list and flexibility to develop and improve on current practices is essential.

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.