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Mergon

Machine Operator

Blackburn, Lancashire
£13.44/hr
Posted about 12 hours ago
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Who we are:

At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, BMW, Xerox and Abbott to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future.

We care deeply about our colleagues, customers and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day.

The Role:

Mergon Blackburn are currently hiring Machine Operators.

Hours of Work:

Panama shifts; 2 weeks days/2 weeks nights working shift pattern, 6am – 6pm or 6pm – 6am (5 days one week/2 days second week)

The Role/Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate blow and injection moulding machines making plastic products
  • Do quality inspections of the products coming off the machine
  • Record accurate data of products, rejects, weights etc
  • Keep your work area safe and tidy, adhering to all health and safety regulations

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To be successful in this role, you will likely have:

  • Previous experience operating a machine in a manufacturing/production environment
  • Familiar with handheld PPE and good working knowledge of health and safety practices
  • Able to work 12-hour shifts, rotating days and nights where you will be working stood for long periods of time

Benefits:

  • Full Christmas and New Year shut down
  • Free on-site car park
  • Canteen facilities, including free hot drinks
  • Employee Assistance Programme (Wellbeing platform)
  • Company Wellbeing & Events programme (such as food stalls, free annual health checks, pizza days and much more)
  • Career growth; Learning & Development opportunities

This document is a guide only and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing needs of the organisation.


Don’t meet every single requirement? We know that some people are less likely to apply if they don’t meet all the above. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workspace. If you are passionate about this role and believe you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you.

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How to Apply:

Please apply with your CV via the advertising platform. For further information, please contact: hr.uk@mergon.com

Equality and Diversity:

Mergon is committed to the principle of equal opportunities in employment, and to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability, or gender reassignment.

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Mergon is committed to promotion welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of rights to work in the UK.

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Skills

Machine operation
Blow moulding
Injection moulding
Quality inspection
Data recording
Health and safety
PPE usage
Manufacturing processes
Production environment

Location

Blackburn with Darwen, England, United Kingdom

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