A.N. Wallis & Co Ltd
Production Operative
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Company Overview
A N Wallis & Co Ltd are leading manufacturers of Lightning Protection, Earthing and Surge Protection solutions and provide products and services worldwide. Proud to be part of the group, Wallis Power Development in Devon are the UK’s only manufacturer of Metal Oxide Varistors (MOV) and here we design, manufacture and test Surge Protection and monitoring solutions.
The quality of products and services we provide is vital to the successful growth of the Organisation and to our customer and stakeholder satisfaction and is reached through our ongoing commitment to ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 and to staff development, upskilling and opportunity.
With both ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, AN Wallis puts safety first and is committed to protecting our environment.
Our company culture is built on teamwork, collaboration, and innovation. We value diversity and inclusivity and strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and supported.
Role Summary
Based at our manufacturing facility in South Brent, Devon, the Production Process Operative will be hands-on and practical, often quite physical, working in a busy manufacturing environment across several different product/production lines as required, providing day-to-day manufacturing support whilst ensuring that all products meet the company’s defined quality standard.
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Responsibilities
- To actively participate and provide support across all manufacturing processes including some which require manual handling capabilities and a good level of physical fitness.
- Support in the Introduction of New Products or Processes into the organisation in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Support structured problem-solving projects linked to day-to-day manufacturing issues.
- To actively promote a safe work environment and to support the H&S officer.
- To effectively maintain production schedules, reporting to the line manager.
- To continually drive towards meeting or exceeding KPIs by finding ways to improve productivity and maintain quality, reduce process driven waste, scrap and rework, improve stock control and maintain excellent records.
- Support existing and implement new continuous improvement activities.
- Support Implementation of any changes to products or processes.
- To follow Standard Operating Procedures to support manufacturing processes.
- To carry out routine Maintenance Procedures on plant and equipment and to report any issues or unsafe conditions.
- Ensure that customer requirements are met.
- To effectively communicate with production teams, senior management team, suppliers and other stakeholders.
- Compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety and Legislation and Company’s Policies and Standards.
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Candidate Requirements
- Dexterity, accuracy and attention to detail are essential.
- Hardworking, reliable and committed with exemplary work ethic.
- Capable of maintaining focus and efficiency with repetitive work for long periods of time.
- Preferably assembly line, soldering, machining, toolmaking experience.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Computer skills preferable.
- Excellent communication skills, teamwork and a can-do attitude.
- Committed to meeting the company’s mission, aims and objectives.
The company will wish to carry out a DBS check on any successful candidate.
To Apply
To apply, please email your CV to hr@an-wallis.com.
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