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Trainee Setter
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: TS21, Sedgefield, County Durham
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Imperial Recruitment are pleased to be recruiting for a Trainee Setter on behalf of a well-established manufacturer specialising in high-speed packaging production. This role involves operating thermoforming machinery, supporting efficient production output, and ensuring product quality and safety standards are maintained.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Work in accordance with the company’s Health and Safety policies, BRC Certification, and good manufacturing practices
• Carry out product changeovers, machine setups, and run established tooling to specification within production time targets
• Diagnose and correct running faults promptly
• Communicate progress and issues effectively with the team leader
• Perform production duties including raw material changes, packing, taping, manual lifting, and labelling
• Ensure products are packed and labelled correctly in line with specifications
• Complete and document quality inspections accurately and on time
• Report defects or out-of-spec product to the team leader
• Input production information into the company computer system and complete relevant paperwork accurately
• Remove all good products from skeletal waste before restarting machines after size changes
• Carry out full machine clean downs as directed
• Segregate waste and defect product into appropriate containers
• Wear correct PPE and follow all safe working practices
• Maintain good housekeeping around the machinery and work area
• Keep the environment clean, organised and safe at all times
• Liaise with team members regarding holiday and absence cover to ensure adequate staffing
Skills and Experience Required
• Good verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to use computer equipment for data entry
• Ability to use measuring equipment
• Methodical approach with strong focus on systems and standards
• Ability to make decisions within set boundaries
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to read written plans and follow verbal instructions
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work
Personal Attributes
• Strong work ethic and understanding of task value
• Reliable with good timekeeping and honesty
• Adaptable to a wide range of duties
• Motivated to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities
• High attention to detail with a right-first-time mindset
• Willingness to embrace change and continuous improvement
Benefits
• 24 days holiday including bank holidays
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme after 3 months (5% employee / 3% employer)
• Free on-site parking
• Option for monthly pay
How to Apply
If you feel you have the skills, attitude and motivation for this position, we welcome your application via Imperial Recruitment.
Fairness and Equal Opportunities
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