Assistant Process Technician

Job Title: Assistant Process Technician

Key Responsibilities

General duties:

Manage the feed of material at the start of the line so that there is a consistent flow of material to the shredder.

Escalate any concerns as to the quality of the raw material to Senior Process Technician.

Complete periodic quality tests on all materials to include but not limited to colour, IV and fluorescence.

Manage the input of raw material so that the daily blend targets set for that production run are achieved.

Implement changes to the blend as instructed.

Ensure handling of materials is done so in a safe manner to reduce accidents / spills / waste.

Ensure ERP systems are kept up to date by using the correct scanner function / labelling processes throughout production.

Ensure storage of raw material is done in line with ERP locations.

Manage the bagging and output of finished material at the end of the line ensuring the capacity of the bags/containers is optimised.

Manage the removal, labelling and storage of reject material away from the line.

Ensure a thorough handover is completed before and at the conclusion of the shift to ensure that transitions are managed smoothly and effectively.

Operator Counterbalance Forklift and Clamp Truck in a safe manner.

Maintain a high level of housekeeping on the production floor including general housekeeping, waste management, maintenance of machinery clean up duties, general work area cleanliness, yard upkeep.

Running and upkeep of Tomra line as required.

Prepare raw material / waste materials for production / outgoing goods.

To actively take part in Continuous Improvement on site - e.g. 6S

To ask, if in doubt, about any particular practice or unusual finding.

Participate in relevant training and upskilling as required.

This is not an exhausted list, and you may be asked to carry out other duties as required by the business.

Health & Safety:

Follow and promote best practice Health & Safety standards and practices throughout every job you do and with each department you work in.

Monitoring and management of personal safety measures.

Experience:

2 years production experience (beneficial)

2 years forklift driving experience (beneficial)
Skills:

Excellent team player

Flexibility to work on and off shift as required

MS-Office

Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.