Production Technician

At Safespaces, we design, manufacture and install specialist disability equipment across the UK and internationally.Our custom made safe rooms & beds are made from steel wood and PVC & fitted at home, in schools and hospitals. Our products are Class 1 medical devices. We are a growing company with a friendly, committed team of staff who are committed to maintaining high quality standards.

Hours of work: Mon-Friday 8am - 4.30pm Mon -Friday (1 hour break time).

Benefits - Why work for Safespaces?

• Yearly bonus based on company performance
• Work-related social events
• Access to discounts for shopping, fitness and others - BHTA Advantage Scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Birthday vouchers
• The opportunity to work within a company where you really are making a difference to people's lives!

Main Purpose

The main purpose of this job is to support the manufacturing team with a range of tasks, including assembly, quality control, packaging and transfer of products to our warehouse for despatch. You will also clean products using a power washer and other equipment and assist with stock control & warehouse storage. We are looking for a solution focused individual witha positive attitude to join our small friendly team.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

To attend work regularly and to represent the Safespaces business in a professional manner.

To assemble & disassemble products for quality checking prior to despatch using hand tools..

To clean products to required standards using power washer, steam cleaner industrial washing machine etc.

To complete all relevant paperwork for quality checks, cleaning, non conformance etc. and maintain quality standards,.

To receive deliveries of components, using Unleashed software and to batch the items received, such as bars and foam.

To load and unload vehicles, and transfer products to the warehouse as required

To work according to a tight production schedule & ensure steady workflow through the workshop.

To provide cover as required for the fabric cutter or installation technicians as required.

To carry out regular maintenance checks of equipment.

To adhere to all quality standards relating to the role, as part of a process of continuous improvement.

To participate in and contribute to work planning and team meetings

To follow and comply with Health and safety guidance.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Capable of undertaking physically demanding work including cutting, lifting & transportation of components & completed products.

Experience of using power, hand & cutting tools

The ability to assemble equipment constructed from metal bars, foam and PVC

Ability to use a computer and tablet to complete documentation

Ability to complete records and paperwork

Reliable, punctual and flexible

Good teamwork and communication skills and a respectful manner in dealing with others

Good numeracy and literacy

Practical problem solving skills and the ability to plan and work in an organised manner

Experience of cutting heavy duty fabric in a manufacturing environment

Ability to read and follow cutting patterns accurately

Ability to work on own initiative and under supervision

Be willing to undertake all relevant training for this role

A full clean driving license is desirable but not essential.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £10.45 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Yearly bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
Lateral flow testing in place, additional cleaning, otehr measures as required.

Application question(s):

• Are you physically fit and able use basic hand tools to assemble equipment?

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: PT 16.02.23