Total 1,630 Others level Manufacturing / Production job vacancies in Wandsworth, South West London

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Possessing Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement is required for the position.
• Receiving work assignments and direction regarding work methods, procedures and schedules from either the Transportation Coordinator and/or the Mobility Manager.
• Operates a wheelchair lift and ramp, including the proper use of vehicle device restraint/lock down mechanisms to safely transport wheelchairs, motorized wheelchairs and scooters.
• Arriving at and departing from pickup and discharge points at scheduled times.
• Safely transport patients in a manner that minimizes disruption to personnel and ensure maximum comfort during travel, prevents shock, ensures freedom of breathing.
• Reading installation maps and judges road/traffic conditions to determine the shortest and safest route.
• Enforcing passenger safety and seatbelt use.
• Using multiple variations of Mobile Data Computer (MDC) in and out of the vehicles for assigned trips and duties daily.
• Loading and unloading patients and medical supplies.
• Performing operator maintenance such as checking fluid levels and air pressure in tires, cleaning and washing of vehicles, and performing inspection checklists to ensure safe and proper operation.
• Maintaining records and document actions, such as operator inspection checklists/forms and accident/incident reports.
• Using two-way radios (or other device) to maintain communications with dispatcher/supervisor on assignments and locations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Operates and unloads two 400-pound washer/extractors, one 200-pound washer extractor and two 85-pound washer extractor.
• Loads and operates two 200-pound dryers and one 100-pound dryer, utilizing the overhead rail system.
• Cleans all dryer lint screens and canisters routinely, thus reducing energy consumption.
• Receives, weighs and records bulk soiled linen from hospital and three contract suppliers.
• Weighs and sorts soiled linen using the automated sorting system.
• Places soiled linen on the overhead rail system by using the pneumatic controls on the lift station.
• Occasionally performs dyeing and stain removal.
• Does manual and automatic loads of fabric requiring special handling such as fiberglass, mops, dust mops, plastics, uniforms, nomex, and other materials.
• Operates a diesel or gasoline powered vehicle equipped with either an automatic or a ten-speed transmission and a hydraulic lift. Vehicle has a gross weight of 12,880 pounds and is capable of carrying loads weighing up to 7,000 pounds.
• Gathers, assembles, consolidates and lifts bags of soiled linen into carts at all souled linen collection areas within the Medical Center.
• Loads carts of clean linen onto the truck at the clean laundry dock, delivers these carts to all linen distribution points and returns all empty linen carts to the laundry for restocking.
• Adheres to established delivery schedules and time frames when completing deliveries.
• Performs routine cleaning and maintenance on vehicle and equipment and reports other maintenance or repair needs to the Textile Care Manager or Work Leader.
• Required to assume the duties of a laundry worker, so that all hospital needs can be met on a timely basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Title: Production Shift Supervisor
Location: Walsall, WS2 9SL initially then moving to WS10 7DE
Annual Salary: £34,000
Contract: Permanent

Shift Pattern & Start Times:
Initially the shift's confirmed are 0600 to 1415 OR 13:45 to 22:00 Monday - Friday. These shifts will change to Monday to Weds (0545 to 18:15) OR Thursday to Saturday (05:45 to 18:15).

Manpower is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Shift Supervisor to join our client based in Walsall/Wednesbury. As a Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient processing and handling of waste cooking oil within our production facility. Your role will be divided into two main parts:

Part 1: Shift Supervision
You will manage the shift, ensuring safety, security, and operational efficiency across the entire site. This will include overseeing personnel, plant operations, processes, and the security of the facility from gate to gate.

Part 2: Production Operations
In addition to supervision, you will actively participate in the production process by loading and unloading ovens, as well as feeding waste cooking oil into the production line for distribution.

Your role will be critical in ensuring smooth operations, maintaining production efficiency, and guaranteeing the timely delivery of products to our customers.

Key Responsibilities & Duties
Health and Safety:

• Adhere to all health and safety guidelines and procedures while handling waste cooking oil.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and always follow safety protocols.

Quality Control:

• Ensure that regular quality checks on incoming and outgoing products loads are taking place to ensure compliance with quality standards and that the material is within the specifications of the purchaser & Lifecycle Oils.
• Report any variance, issues, or damages promptly.

Supervision:

• In liaison with the shift Manager, you will ensure that team members are allocated tasks and that all positions on the production site are covered for the shift and that colleagues are trained and briefed in the position that they are being utilised.
• You will monitor throughput and ensure records are being kept of that day's production.

Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with other production operatives and team members to achieve daily operational goals efficiently and effectively.
• Through monitoring you will ensure the team are achieving production goals and act to deliver improvements where required

Environmental Compliance:

• Follow regulations for handling and disposing of waste cooking oil in an environmentally responsible manner.

Production & Warehouse Organisation:

• Keep the facilities clean, organised, and free from any hazards using both clean as you go and deep cleaning technics.
• Be open to working in shifts or extended hours as per the operational needs of the production.
• Utilise mechanical handling equipment (MHE) to safely load, unload, and move waste cooking oil containers around the production facility. Adhere to MHE safety protocols and conduct routine equipment inspections.
• Delivery of the shift production plan and associated activities
• Production process preparations to facilitate incoming/ongoing shift throughputs.

We are looking for a qualified candidate with a strong background in production activities, particularly in the liquid industry. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience safely executing production activities and following safety guidelines/protocols
• Experience of working within a liquid industry
• A valid Forklift License
• IOSH Managing Safely certification
• Numeracy and literacy skills (minimum GCSE grade B in Maths and English)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in leading small teams within standalone processing facilities
• Background in production and warehouse operations
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively in a team-oriented environment
• A clear understanding of maintaining an orderly workspace, ensuring efficient product storage and accessibility
• Demonstrated proficiency in operating forklift trucks

If you are interested in this role please apply and one of our team will be in touch to discuss further.

Your new company
We know that growing is about more than just crops and cultivation. It's about sunshine and rain, early mornings, and hard work. It can be frustratingly unpredictable but also wonderfully uplifting. More than anything, it's about people. This client is the dependable partner behind thousands of agricultural success stories. Every day, growers around the world turn to our products and our people to help with the challenges of fighting disease, weeds, and pests, and to increase crop yields.


Your new role as a Specialist Operator
Safe Operations: Ensure the safe and efficient operation of plant and equipment, following standard operating instructions.Process Monitoring: Observe and monitor chemical processes, contributing to quality standards.
Team Alignment: Lead and align team members to meet production targets safely and efficiently.

What you'll need to succeed

• Education: Ideally, you have qualifications in Maths and English.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive Attitude: Collaborative, self-motivated, and safety-focused.
• Industry Experience: Previous work in processing industries, especially within a chemical environment.

What you'll get in return

• Upto £39k salary depending on Permit to Work certificate
• 2 Free Meals a day on site.
• Growth and development opportunities across our global organisation
• A boosted pension scheme - we will match 1.25% to every 1% you pay (up to 8%)
• Health Cash Plan
• Global Share Plan scheme
• Shopping discounts
• Long service awards
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• A friendly and supportive team where you are encouraged to be yourself and come as you are!
  
  

You will work a 12.33-hour continuous shift pattern.
Working 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off. This pattern repeats seven times, after which there is a further 14-day extended rostered break. All holidays are rostered into the shift pattern.

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