Job Title: Production Operative

Location: Runcorn, WA7 4UY

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Working Hours: Monday - Friday on a 2 shift operations - 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm.

LKAB Minerals UK is looking to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the post of Production Operative at our site in Runcorn.

Working daily with the other operators and under the direction of the Plant Supervisor to accomplish plant objectives in the areas of Safety, Environmental, Recovery, Quality, Reliability, Production, Efficiency, Cost Reduction and Innovation. Efficient planning and proactive strategy development for optimisation of plant, equipment and reports.

Accountable for the safe and efficient running of the site, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all staff, visitors, members of the public around all areas of operation by LKAB Minerals and LKAB.

Tasks and responsibilities:

Responsible for handling of materials around dock and flat store facility, transport and loading of finished and raw materials Adherence to local and government legislation and LKAB company policy on health and safety Ensure all tasks are sufficiently risk assessed and safe systems of work developed and suitable control measures implemented Ensures adherence to and compliance with, both company standards and those of the FIAS, 9001, 14001 and 45001 company accreditations Responsible for the day to day operation of equipment to ensure the safe and efficient operation of that works. Operate the plant to deliver optimum productivity, efficiency, quality and performance to required standards. Maintain housekeeping standards and routine inspections are carried out across the area of responsibility Responsible for the efficient execution of orders in a timely and efficient manner Have responsibility for the recording and management of stock Play active role in OEE and LEAN strategies to improve efficiency within the business unit and the wider company. Closely monitors quality of raw materials and finished products and all testing Involvement within the Operational Efficiency programme Reports all damage and monitors waste tipped and reports data to Works Supervisor Undertake reasonable tasks as allocated by the company in addition to those definedAbout you:

Desirables:

Fork Lift Truck Licence. Tele-Handler Licence. Loading ShovelCharacteristic and skills requirements:

Works with a safety mindset at the forefront of all activities; is not afraid to stop the task if feels it is or has become unsafe; shows courage in challenging unsafe acts of others and escalating as appropriate Good concentration and attention to detail to quickly notice deviations in production with solid troubleshooting skills to successfully determine the causes of production issues Strong teamwork skills, and works for the great of the site rather than personal gain Working knowledge of relevant machinery and equipment, including interpretation of production reports and identification of problems Keeps up to date and works within all relevant safety and quality standards and procedures Ensure finished products comply with specifications and delivered on time Self-motivated and prepared to work on repetitive tasks Ensure processes and procedures are actively adhered to at all times, and lives by the organisational behaviours and golden rules.Location and commitments:

Based onsite at LKAB Minerals Runcorn - Percival Ln, Runcorn WA7 4UYBenefits:

Company pension increasing in employer contributions after 5 years service Life insurance (Death in Service) Employee Assistance Programme for employee, partner and family Salary Extras - Store discount scheme 5 Days volunteer leave Reframe cancer support My Menopause centre Cycle to Work SchemePlease click on the APPLY button to send your CV for this role

Candidates with experience of: Manufacturing Operator, Process Operator, Production Operator, Operator, Process Plant Operative, Production Operator, Manufacturing Operative, may also be considered for this role