General Machine Operative

Based at Heanor

Job Purpose

• You will be part of an experienced team responsible for the Manufacturer, Repair or Modification of Units and Products in a workshop manufacturing environment at Cullum, Heanor site and on a customer site.
• To produce a consistently high standard of all areas of fabrication work meeting deadlines and inclusive hour targets.
• Carry out daily and weekly Operational machinery checks and report any faults immediately.
• Carry out daily and weekly Operational PPE checks and report any faults immediately.
• To carry out instructions from the Manufacturing Foreman & Production Manager in all aspects of the role, including the personal control of job time bookings and document control in respect of drawings and quality plans.
• To pre check all work at various stages of a build, ensuring it is as per the design requirements and specification.
• To carry out site works when required, promoting the company as a professional organisation committed to supporting the industry.
• To travel domestically and (occasionally) abroad in support of the company’s sub-contract network and site installation commitments
• To be compliant with Quality, Health Safety & Environmental standards and CDM Standards when working on sites.
• To assist in other areas of Operations when required to help the smooth running of jobs through the department.

JOB ACTIVITIES

• To carry out fabrication work under the direct instruction of the manufacturing shopfloor Foreman to meet cost and delivery targets.
• To identify and, where possible, offer solutions to fabrication.
• To assist in planning, to identify and, where possible, offer solutions to operational issues.
• Wherever possible in the continual development of the AGS and Cullum Product, supporting lessons learnt and the implementation of any recommended changes.
• To maintain currency and competency in accordance with all activities necessary to fulfil the role and to maintain a passport and the ability to travel abroad as required.
• Ensure the workplace and area is cleared by you, during and after each shift, in line and compliant with H&S.
• To Identify opportunities to grow the company business in the customer environment identifying remedial work, repairs, preventative or maintenance tasks and to present the company and its capabilities in a professional manner to secure follow-on contracts.
• Some foreign travel maybe required.
• Lead by example on matters of Health Safety & Environmental, Welfare and codes of conduct.
• To support mentoring and or coaching of our apprentices during their development.
• Identify and suggest areas of improvement within the plating, welding, fabrication & role.
• Work under your own initiative and on occasion may be expected to guide and/or supervise staff.
• Work to attain optimum performance within the Operations Department and associated areas of responsibility.
• Ensure that the Production Manager is informed of major developments and/or problems within the Team, its supply chain, and customers, supporting on time delivery.

!For information on signature authorisations that may be applicable to this role, please refer to Departmental Operating Instructions held within the Official Documentation Directory.

• Promote and represent Cullum professionally; following the companies Values, with an understanding of the company’s mission and vision.
• Using effective communication and team working techniques, take all possible and reasonable steps to create a harmonious working environment.
• Be aware of all current Cullum policies and procedures, including but not limited to ISO9001, ISO14001, BS OHSAS 18001, the Health, Safety, Welfare, Environmental & Quality policies and procedures and Employee Handbook.
• Undertake duties as may be required within capabilities consistent with the Terms and Conditions of employment and responsibilities in accordance with UK and EC Laws.
• Undertake tasks and responsibilities assigned by line manager.

This job description and person specification is a guide to the duties the post holder will be expected to undertake. It is not intended to be exhaustive or exclusive and will be changed as working requirements dictate.

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• City & Guilds or equivalent in a relevant Welding qualification.
• NVQ Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy
• Formal coded welding qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Able to work with Thicknesses of gauge - 3mm to 20mm, Mild Steel, Stainless, Cromweld & Chromalloy.
• Competent in welding MIG, TIG & MMA
• Two years’ experience in a plating or welding role
• Evidence of previous welding training or qualification
• CDM 2015 Awareness

Desirable

• Previous Customer Site working.
• Ability to Stick Weld in mild and stainless steel and aluminium.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY

Essential & Desirable – Please refer to Competency Matrix

TICKETS

Please refer to the Safety Critical Matrix

ATTITUDE

Essential

• Willingness to travel to UK sites and abroad to fulfil job requirements when required.
• Commitment to continued professional development in conjunction with the Company Vision Statement, Departmental Mission Statements, Cullum Values, recognised professional standards and the changing requirements of the organisation.

Act In Line With Cullum Key Values

• Caring for our people, customers, and partners.
• Honesty. Being open and accurate.
• Accountability. Own the issue and provide solutions.
• Teamwork. Working together for a common goal.