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LKAB Minerals

Production Operative - Runcorn

Runcorn
Posted about 21 hours ago
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LKAB Minerals

LKAB Minerals was founded in 1989 to develop products and applications outside the steel industry and to maximise the resource efficiency of what is mined. We have deposits, processing facilities, offices in 12 countries and offer over 30 different minerals into hundreds of applications. LKAB Minerals is a wholly owned subsidiary of LKAB.

LKAB Minerals supplies raw and processed industrial minerals to a diverse range of markets worldwide and is a leading supplier of high-quality industrial minerals, offering a diverse range of products and services to industries such as construction, steel manufacturing, and agriculture. LKAB Minerals focuses on delivering innovative solutions that meet the highest environmental and performance standards. As a part of the LKAB Group, the company leverages cutting-edge technology and expertise to provide reliable, value-added products that support the global transition to a better future.

We employ application specialists and bring them together with our mineral and processing experts. Our extensive knowledge of applications has been built over many years of conducting collaborative research and development work with our customers, research institutions, and universities.

At LKAB, we are leading the transformation of our industry toward a sustainable future. Just as we aim to reshape the world, we are committed to developing every individual on our team, both personally and professionally. Are you ready to help shape the future of the mining and mineral industry?

Your Role

LKAB Minerals UK is looking to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the post of Production Operative at our site in Runcorn.

Working daily with the other operators and under the direction of the Plant Supervisor to accomplish plant objectives in the areas of Safety, Environmental, Recovery, Quality, Reliability, Production, Efficiency, Cost Reduction and Innovation. Efficient planning and proactive strategy development for optimisation of plant, equipment and reports.

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Accountable for the safe and efficient running of the site, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all staff, visitors, members of the public around all areas of operation by LKAB Minerals and LKAB.

Working on a 2 shift basis – 6am – 2pm and 2pm – 10pm

What You Bring

  • Responsible for operating process from raw material entry to finished goods.
  • Adherence to local and government legislation and LKAB company policy on health and safety.
  • Ensure all tasks are sufficiently risk assessed and safe systems of work developed and suitable control measures implemented.
  • Ensures adherence to and compliance with, both company standards and those of the FIAS, 9001, 14001 and 45001 company accreditations.
  • Responsible for the day to day operation of equipment to ensure the safe and efficient operation of that works.
  • Operate the plant to deliver optimum productivity, efficiency, quality and performance to required standards.
  • Maintain housekeeping standards and routine inspections are carried out across the area of responsibility.
  • Responsible for the efficient execution of orders in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Have responsibility for the recording and management of stock.
  • Play active role in OEE and LEAN strategies to improve efficiency within the business unit and the wider company.
  • Closely monitors quality of raw materials and finished products and all testing Involvement within the Operational Efficiency programme.
  • Reports all damage and monitors waste tipped and reports data to Works Supervisor.
  • Undertake reasonable tasks as allocated by the company in addition to those defined.

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Characteristic And Skills Requirements

  • Works with a safety mindset at the forefront of all activities; is not afraid to stop the task if feels it is or has become unsafe; shows courage in challenging unsafe acts of others and escalating as appropriate.
  • Good concentration and attention to detail to quickly notice deviations in production with solid troubleshooting skills to successfully determine the causes of production issues.
  • Strong teamwork skills, and works for the great of the site rather than personal gain.
  • Working knowledge of relevant machinery and equipment, including interpretation of production reports and identification of problems.
  • Keeps up to date and works within all relevant safety and quality standards and procedures.
  • Ensure finished products comply with specifications and delivered on time.
  • Self-motivated and prepared to work on repetitive tasks.
  • Ensure processes and procedures are actively adhered to at all times, and lives by the organisational behaviours and golden rules.

Desirables

  • Fork Lift Truck Licence.
  • Front End Loader Licence

What we offer

  • Company pension increasing in employer contributions after 5 years service
  • Life insurance (Death in Service)
  • Employee Assistance Programme for employee, partner and family
  • Salary Extras - Store discount scheme
  • 5 Days volunteer leave
  • Reframe cancer support
  • My Menopause centre
  • Cycle to Work Scheme

Additional Information

  • Start: According to agreement
  • Type of Employment: Permanent
  • Scope: Full-time
  • Location: Runcorn, WA7 4UY
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Skills

Plant Operation
Health And Safety Compliance
Risk Assessment
Quality Control
Stock Management
OEE
Lean Manufacturing
Troubleshooting
Teamwork
Housekeeping
Fork Lift Truck Operation
Front End Loader Operation

Location

Runcorn, England, United Kingdom

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