Production Operator (Sewing Machinist)

Position
Full Time
Location
Llangeinor, Wales

Role Summary


Reporting to the Section Leader, the Production Operator’s duties include the carrying out any job in the factory for which you have been trained, or are competent to perform, relating to the production of IrvinGQ products. You may be required to train others in the skills that you are assessed as competent to perform.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • To undertake manufacturing tasks assigned by the Section Leader or Operations Manager
  • Achievement of efficiency targets
  • To record relevant information to ensure lot traceability
  • Correct booking of daily timesheets.
  • Keep all working areas clean/tidy and organised
  • Ensure minimum downtime is achieved on all jobs
  • To adhere to set quality standards
  • To adhere to health and safety guidelines

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

  • Previous experience in the use of industrial sewing machines; including single needle; zig-zag; bar-tack; twin needle; 4 needle; automatic; adler; over-locker
  • Setting up of machines, threading and cleaning, understanding of stitch requirements for different threads (tensions) and ability to change a needle
  • Previous experience gained as an industrial machinist (minimum 2 years), with an understanding of the importance of achieving quality standards and efficiency targets
  • Ability to accurately follow a Manufacturing pack
  • Assembly of component parts, both fabric and metal (buckles, D rings etc) to complete finished product
  • Good level of manual dexterity with the ability to use industrial sewing machines to their full extent and other sewing related equipment when required
  • Ability to read MPI’s (Manufacturing Process Instructions) and training guides
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and communication skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to work to high quality standards
  • Able to work with minimal supervision

Advantageous Skills and Experience:

  • A sound manufacturing background
  • Basic understanding of computers

If you are interested in applying for the role, please submit your CV and Application Form to [email protected].

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