Factory Operative/Driver

Job Description

Factory Operative/Driver

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

At FireGlass, we supply certified fire resistant glazing solutions.

We are committed to fostering a culture that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of general labouring & housekeeping duties to allow for products to be finished on time and to a high standard for customers.
• Assist Glass operatives where required in the production process.
• Adhere to health & safety regulations when operating machinery and handling products.
• Comply with the requirements for the role as set out within the company’s Employee Handbook & Integrated Management System.
• Comply with the requirements of any core duties or other relevant procedural or policy documents applicable to your role.
• Handle & store glass in a factory in a safe manner, which may involve operating lifting equipment.
• Keep work areas and the factory floor clean, safe & tidy; organised & free from hazardous material.
• Operate and clean assembly and production machinery and hand held tools.
• Assist in waste disposal and recycling activities.
• Comply with company PPE policy, wearing all requisite PPE when carrying out a task.
• Inform supervisors of quality issues.
• Finish glass to a high standard, ensuring high quality.
• Monitor and conduct basic quality checks as detailed in the QCC process.
• Adhere to operational procedures and production timelines.
• Execute daily work instructions received from the supervisor in a timely manner, complying with company policies, procedures, and instructions at all times.
• Prepare and package materials and products in accordance with specified standards.
• Assist with the production control process where applicable.
• Load and unload goods/materials to and from vehicles and storage.
• Contribute to improving the business, protecting and enhancing the reputation of the company by putting forward new ideas and, when requested to do so, implementing change.
• Undertake other duties within your competence or otherwise appropriate to the grading of the post as required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an awareness of health & safety within the workplace.
• Proven ability to understand quality control techniques.
• Possess strong physical strength and stamina.
• Ability to operate popular glass production equipment and tools.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independence, whilst also working as a team.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions and keep accurate records.
• Maintain effective communication with management and peers.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills to meet delivery schedules and complete assigned jobs, in order to meet customer expectations.
• Proven proficiency as forklift operator.
• Awareness of, and commitment to, equality of opportunity.
• Demonstrate an understanding of equalities in the workplace.
• Experience: specify type, level and qualitative (not quantitative required); if any.
• Qualification: specify type and level required (including equivalents); if any.
• Forklift operator licence is essential.

Benefits

Birthday Holiday: One extra holiday in your birthday month.