Faerch supplies the global food industry with quality food packaging solutions whilst driving the circular transition as an integrated recycler. We serve food manufacturers and retailers around the world with our network of state-of-the-art production facilities across UK, Europe, Asia and US. Today, more than 5,900 employees are part of the Faerch Group. Faerch is part of A.P. Moller Group.
Job Description
To prepare tooling required by production before it is needed to ensure less downtime. To report any damage to tooling, and arrange repair at soonest opportunity. To transport tooling to/from Ely and HD as required. To arrange tool transfers to other sites. Keeping up to date records of tooling repairs and locations of tooling. Weekly stock take of blades.
You are aware of your responsibilities and will execute your duties in line with all company systems and procedures in place to support product safety, legality, integrity and quality, including systems for escalating issues to a designated manager where immediate action is required.
* Ensure correct preparation of thermoforming tooling.
* Diagnose tooling problems and carry out fault finding/trouble shooting.
* Liaise with Manager and HD upon diagnosis of faults and assist with repairs where possible.
* Liaise with planning department of issues involving tool availability or clashes.
* To assist production with machine issues and repairs, re-knifes.
* To ensure tools are kept in correct locations.
* Keep HD notified of current blade stock.
* Ensure all machines and equipment are used safely and in line with the Standard Operating Procedures.
* Complete tooling check sheets as and when required.
* Comply with all current Health & Safety policies and procedures, updating systems as required.
* Maintain hygiene and housekeeping standards in the work area.
* Adopt working practices to comply with Company and general health and safety requirements.
* Communicate with manager and all other personnel as required.
* Any other duties as requested by Managers/ other Managers that are appropriate for your job role.
Qualifications
* High attention to detail
* Problem solving skills / issue resolution
* Good communication between colleagues and managers
* Able to interpret product specifications and quality requirements
* Thermoforming Manufacturing Experience
* Busy production environment, high volume
* Team working
* Manual handling
Additional Information
Working at Faerch means working in an innovative and open-minded company that increases the commitment and motivation of all employees. It is important to us that everyone has the same opportunities, that there is an open exchange, and that we value each other. The power of diversity in backgrounds, ways of problem-solving, personal knowledge, gender, and culture fosters our growth and inspires the whole organization. Because the key to our success is the diversity and dedication of our employees.
* Pension
* Death in Service, salary x 4
* Bupa Cashplan
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Long Service Allowance 2 & 5 Years
* 6 monthly production Bonus
* Safety Boot Contribution
* Free Hot Drinks
* Regular Company Events