Spiral Winding Machine Setter/Operator
Jennifer Griffiths Recruitment is recruiting a Spiral Winding Machine Setter/Operator for a leading manufacturing client in the Llantrisant area.
Key responsibilities
· Set up and operate automatic spiral winding machines.
· Meet recognised quality standards for resistance, winding consistency, pitch and tightness.
· Meet efficiency and output targets, ensuring machines achieve at least 80% efficiency while running.
· Control scrap levels, keeping them at or below 0.85%.
· Manage finished goods within the kanban system.
· Monitor raw material stock levels for the spiral winding process and notify Materials Control when minimum levels are reached.
· Maintain high standards of housekeeping in the spiral winding area.
· Carry out basic breakdown repairs promptly to minimise machine downtime.
· Complete changeovers and reel changes efficiently to minimise downtime.
· Identify and resolve common winder faults, and suggest solutions and improvements.
· Provide a clear handover of machine, production and stock concerns to the setter/operator on the next shift.
· Work on your own initiative and respond to machine requirements to maximise efficiency.
· Communicate effectively and share information with operators on other shifts.
· Support colleagues with their workload and contribute to the team’s overall output.
Essential skills
· Good mechanical and electrical knowledge.
· Good knowledge of pneumatic equipment.
· Ability to diagnose faults and resolve machine problems.
· Ability to respond promptly to problems and adapt quickly to changing requirements.
· Awareness of health and safety legislation.
· Flexibility to work reasonable overtime and change shifts when necessary.
· Basic computer skills.
The hours of work are Monday to Friday/Days.
For more information email pamela.owen@jgr.co.uk or call Pam on 01656 767778.
