Production Operative

Background

Nicholson STS Ltd is an innovative and fast-growing company which designs, manufactures and supplies specialist roofing systems. We supply Tier 1 construction companies, roofing contractors and the solar industry with unique products to help solve specific challenges in the industry, such as waterproofing riser penetrations, and fixing to the structure in a 100% waterproof way. We aim to be involved in sales projects at the earliest opportunity, so target specifiers and architects.

The company was started by two brothers, Paul Boyt and Alan Boyt in 2000. Before this, they were roofing contractors, but quickly realised that there were not the products on the market to solve challenges they were facing, so they began to design and manufacture products. These became the basis of the Nicholson product range, and we’re still innovating today.

This role plays a vital role in manufacturing, ensuring the efficient production and assembly of goods. Responsibilities include operating machinery, monitoring product quality, preparing materials, and maintaining a clean workspace while adhering to health and safety standards. The role requires teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks.

• As per contract
• 31 holidays (including bank holidays)
• 5 sick days on full pay
• Free lunches
• Birthday voucher
• 40 hour week, flexible start and finish time
• Pension scheme

Reports to – Production Supervisor

On premises – This role requires full-time presence on premises.

• Complete scheduled work – Ensure that you complete the scheduled work on time and in full.
• Quality – Make sure that all work produced is to the desired quality and that QC checks are completed and documented.
• Health and safety – Maintain a safe working environment and ensure you follow regulations and procedures. Anything unsafe that you are not able to resolve must be reported. Responsible to make sure that you are wearing the correct PPE.
• Maintenance – Complete maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment and report any faults that can’t be resolved.
• Reporting – Daily reporting on cell KPIs. Reporting of health and safety issues or non-conformances.
• Continuous Improvement and cell development
  • Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting solutions.
  • Capture team members suggestions and improvements.
  • Help with SOP documentation.
• There may be additional duties required in addition to the above.

• Alignment with, and commitment to the Nicholson company values
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent time management
• Good leadership and motivational skills to lead different people with different abilities and character traits.
• Good communication skills
• Effective problem solving and pragmatic skills
• 100% integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Must have own vehicle to travel to work
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing methods
• Ability to delegate tasks to other members
• Ability to work well under pressure

The candidate should have a range of GCSE / A Level results which show passes in English and Mathematics.