Internationally successful: The Wienerberger Group
Come and join us as a Process Operative at our Ewhurst site in Surrey!
About the Role
As a Process Operative you will be trained to monitor our machinery which helps us manufacture bricks from raw materials which are then used in construction and form the backbone of the building industry.
It's not just about making bricks though; it's about being hands-on, working independently, becoming an expert on the machinery, supporting each other, and producing quality results.
Duties also include:
- Monitor and adjust kiln, dryer and handling systems
- Respond to and deal with any kiln, dryer, or handling system alarms
- Read/record gas and electricity meter readings
- Grease kiln/dryer fans (and other associated areas)
- Conduct checks on kiln/dryer fan belts
- Complete various quality tasks
- Provide machine operator cover on various machines
- Report and coordinate any faults/repairs to the maintenance team
- Forklift driving
You will be given full training and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to make sure you can work safely and effectively.
Hours of Work: 6.00pm to 6.00am on a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern
About You
You'll enjoy working in a busy environment where you can roll your sleeves up and get hands-on.
You'll be flexible and able to adapt to the different daily priorities in the factory which help us run efficiently.
Safety is our biggest priority, so you'll be committed to safe working and have good general safety awareness.
You'll be fit enough to perform your duties, which are varied, and sometimes physically demanding.
You'll also have
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing setting with automated machinery
- Excellent time keeping
- A can-do attitude
- Good team working skills
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Current / valid RTITB, ITSSAR, NPORS or CPCS forklift truck license
About our Benefits
- Weekly paid
- Annual average salary £39,000 (inclusive of allowances and bonuses)
- Training and opportunities to grow your career with us
- Company Pension
- SIP - ability to become a shareholder via our Share Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Flexible benefits offering (including health, wellbeing and money saving opportunities)
About us
Wienerberger supports and enables the construction industry to create a better future for the built environment.
We do this by providing a wide range of building products, systems and solutions, creating long-lasting partnerships and nurturing exceptional, enduring careers; all whilst placing sustainability at the centre of our strategy.
From bricks to roof tiles, solar panels to piping, ventilation to insulation; we offer one of the broadest portfolios of solutions for the built environment.
In the UK and Ireland, we are headquartered in Cheadle and employ over 2100 colleagues across 21 sites.
So what are you waiting for? Come and join Wienerberger as a Process Operative and start growing your career with us today!
The closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised.