Spiral Winding Machine Setter/Operator

Spiral Winding Machine Setter/Operator
Jennifer Griffiths Recruitment is recruiting a Spiral Winding Machine Setter/Operator for a leading manufacturing client in the Llantrisant area.
Key responsibilities
·         Set up and operate automatic spiral winding machines.
·         Meet recognised quality standards for resistance, winding consistency, pitch and tightness.
·         Meet efficiency and output targets, ensuring machines achieve at least 80% efficiency while running.
·         Control scrap levels, keeping them at or below 0.85%.
·         Manage finished goods within the kanban system.
·         Monitor raw material stock levels for the spiral winding process and notify Materials Control when minimum levels are reached.
·         Maintain high standards of housekeeping in the spiral winding area.
·         Carry out basic breakdown repairs promptly to minimise machine downtime.
·         Complete changeovers and reel changes efficiently to minimise downtime.
·         Identify and resolve common winder faults, and suggest solutions and improvements.
·         Provide a clear handover of machine, production and stock concerns to the setter/operator on the next shift.
·         Work on your own initiative and respond to machine requirements to maximise efficiency.
·         Communicate effectively and share information with operators on other shifts.
·         Support colleagues with their workload and contribute to the team’s overall output.
Essential skills
·         Good mechanical and electrical knowledge.
·         Good knowledge of pneumatic equipment.
·         Ability to diagnose faults and resolve machine problems.
·         Ability to respond promptly to problems and adapt quickly to changing requirements.
·         Awareness of health and safety legislation.
·         Flexibility to work reasonable overtime and change shifts when necessary.
·         Basic computer skills.
The hours of work are Monday to Friday/Days.
For more information email [email removed] or call Pam on [phone removed].

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