Machine Operator

Oadby Plastics is a plastics manufacturer that prioritises its employees and sustainability, with over 50 years of experience. At Oadby Plastics, employees are valued and invested in, with the company providing a positive work environment where everyone can feel supported and empowered.

Oadby Plastics Head Office is located in Leicestershire, situated just off the M1/M69 on Braunstone Frith Industrial Estate. Our additional branches and sister companies are dotted all over the UK to provide our customers with the best service possible. We offer a modern and comfortable working environment, with over 225,000 sq. ft dedicated to distribution and manufacturing.

About the role as a Machine Operator:

• Set and Operate our range of Beam, Panel, Band and Rip Saws
• Set and Operate our Thicknessers making sure all tolerances stated are adhered to
• Set and Operate our Centreless Grinding machine, achieving all tolerances stated
• Undertake machining and packing duties involved with our Harris Board range
• To meet production quality, output levels and to make sure they are optimised
• Ensure works orders are signed off at first off and completion stage, always using booking points
• Keep your working area clean and tidy, returning all off cuts to the correct area
• Dispose of all plastic waste to the designated graded cages
• Carry out daily/weekly machine checks, reporting any issues to the Team Leader
• Complete all QA documentation associated on larger orders

What experience do you need to have:

• Must have experience of working within a fast-paced production/manufacturing environment
• Ideally experience of working with any woodworking machinery, including beam saws, panel saws and thicknessers
• Knowledge of centreless grinding would be advantageous
• A valid Reach or Counterbalance FLT licence would be advantageous
• Strive for 100% accuracy and customer satisfaction
• Desire to complete the job in the most efficient way possible

Benefits to include:

• Company bonus scheme
• Free car parking
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
• Long service awards
• 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) rising with length of service
• Training and development opportunities
• Wellbeing benefits: Employee Assisted Programme, 24-hour GP access, Charity events/fundraisers

Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm/1:45pm - 9:45pm (rotating shift pattern)

Overtime: Paid at time and a half

We are committed to applying our Equal Opportunities Policy at all stages of the recruitment and selection process, and encourage applicants from different diverse groups in the community to apply. We can make reasonable adjustments at any stages if required.

You may also be interested or have experience/skills in the following: Machinist, Production Operator, Beam Saw Operator, Panel Saw, Rip Saw, Centreless Grinder, Band Saw Operator

Please submit your CV without delay to avoid disappointment; we may close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed applications. For any candidates being recommended by our current employee’s, you must apply directly through our website, and stipulate the referring employee.