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Production Operatives

Our Client, a market leader in the manufacture of diagnostic test kits are looking for Production Operatives to join their team based just outside Ely.
The role will be on a temporary basis and you will be working across 3 different departments.

Bottling & Packing:
Main duties are the bottling, processing and packing of finished kits. You will be utilising and maintaining mechanical equipment to facilitate this.

Primary Production Laboratory
Main duties will be to assist in the manufacture of liquid solutions from raw chemicals.

Microarray Laboratory
Main duties will be to assist in the manufacture of Microarray slides from raw materials.
In all areas you will be required to record complete and accurate documentation, label items accurately, ensure work areas are kept clean, tidy and organised, ensure line clearance for all processes, control stock levels including use of computerised stock systems and computerised document control systems.

Required Skills
The successful candidate will:
• be flexible and willing to take on varied tasks/ multi task.
• Have exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• be able to follow set procedures accurately.
• Have good time management skills and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Have the ability to multi-task
• be careful, efficient and practical
• Embrace and uphold the values and ethos of the company.
• be a good team worker
• Adhere to good practice (GMP) and follow instructions accurately

Working hours – 37.5 hours per week.
Monday – Thursday 08:30-17:00 with 30 minute unpaid lunch
Friday 08:30-14:30 with 30 minute unpaid lunch

3.5 Tonne Driver with Forklift licence - Immediate Start

Our Client, based just outside of Cambridge, is seeking an outgoing, hardworking delivery driver to join their team on a long term temporary basis.

The role
You will be making daily deliveries driving a 3.5 tonne vehicle alternating between Cambridge and Bournemouth and Cambridge and South Wales. This will be on a temporary basis to start with an opportunity to become a permanent member of the team for the right candidate.

Requirements:
Clean UK driving licence
Counterbalance forklift licence

Working hours are:
Monday – Thursday 8:00-16:30
Friday – 8:00-13:00
Pay rate £8.50ph with overtime paid after 12 weeks.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a customer focused, good communicator who is able to work under pressure and has a proactive “can-do” attitude, to work as part of the Ely Markets Team.  The main purpose of the role will be to supervise the set-up, operation and close down of regular Ely Markets, additional markets and special events, with particular attention to regulatory and health and safety issues.

Main responsibilities: 

• To ensure compliance with the Ely Markets terms and conditions and to effectively communicate relevant issues to the Markets Officers. 
• Work with the markets admin team for input of attendance data including taking attendance records, regularly measuring market pitches to ensure the appropriate pitch fee is charged and ensuring all monies collected are recorded and receipted in accordance with procedure.
• Ensure Traders stalls are fit for purpose & appropriately set up 
• Undertake basic compliance checks and report any issues to Market Officers
• Liaise with market traders and shopkeepers on market days to maintain good relationships and resolve any issues
• To assist with the organisation of special markets & events

Experience  / Qualifications

The successful candidate will have good interpersonal skills to maintain and develop good working relationships.  Experience of working in a market or event environment is desirable along with an awareness of health and safety practices.

This is a part-time temporary position circa 25 hours per week inc. Saturdays & occasional Sundays & based mainly outdoors therefore will be in all weather conditions

Our client one of the regions most advanced engineering companies is currently looking for a Milling Setter Operator to join their busy night shift team based in Witchford, just outside Ely, Cambridgeshire.

The role

Working with the production team you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC milling machines to manufacture precision metal and plastic components ensuring quality standards are met to meet the customer's requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

• Setting conventional  CNC milling machines, following correct company procedures and methods to maintain consistency
• Operating conventional  CNC milling machines, following correct company procedures and methods to maintain consistency
• Machine components to a very high standard and be responsible for own quality
• Identify best suited tooling and manufacturing methods
• Minimise setup and run times whilst maintaining a high standard of quality
• Train and assist other team members whenever required
• Maximise workflow on multiple machines
• Ensure programs, tooling and fixtures are saved and stored for future identification
• Adhere to site Health and Safety standards at all times
• Maintain a clean working environment, work in a safe and professional manner at all times
• Contribute to continuous improvement of plant efficiencies and performance.

Requirements:

• Able to interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Competent in the use of hand held measuring equipment
• Basic IT skills
• CAD/CAM software knowledge
• DNC software knowledge
• Apprenticeship trained or experienced in CNC machining
• Competent use of Fanuc  / Haas control
• Good understanding of G and M code programming
• Experience with 4th axis machining
• Basic appreciation and understanding of other processes for example anodising,  heat treatment, painting, milling, grinding
• Knowledge of machining materials such as stainless steels, steels, aluminium, brass, copper and various plastics
• Capable of providing accurate and consistent data to support Short Interval Control of equipment performance.
• Capable of contributing to root cause analysis and front-line problem solving, to support continuous improvement of plant performance.

Desirable but not essential

• Experience with using shadow graph style measuring equipment
• Basic use of 3D Software (Solidworks)
• Experience of Lean Manufacturing principles and practices and ability to apply Lean tools and techniques

Hours: Nights Mon – Wed 16.45 – 4.45 and Thurs 16.45 – 22.45

Our Client, a world class provider of subsea technologies and services to the global offshore energy industry are looking for a Stores Person to join their busy team based in Littleport. The Stores Department manages all goods and materials received and issued for the manufacture of cables, hoses and umbilicals. It also manages the preparation and dispatch of finished products.

Main responsibilities:

• To ensure the smooth running of the Goods In/Stores department, maintaining on time delivery & including tasks such as issues and returns, booking goods in, printing travellers, dispatching couriers and rack inspections.
• Enter transactions accurately on Visual manufacturing system
• Ensure all paperwork and materials relative to each job is correctly completed
• Comply with the company’s Health and Safety Policy - ensure that the working environment is clean and tidy and complies with Health & Safety requirements/policy
• In addition to the above responsibilities, the role holder is required to undertake such duties and responsibilities as may reasonably be required from time to time.

The successful candidate will be a good communicator with excellent organisation skills and a positive work attitude. You must be able to work well on your own and as part of a team in a fast paced warehouse environment.

Experience / Qualifications required:

Forklift truck certificate, counter balance / flexi truck

Stores and manual handling experience

PC literate inc. MS Office

Hours will be Monday to Thursday from 8am to 5pm and Friday from 8am to 4pm (41.5 hrs per week)

Warehouse Operative - Twilight shift

Salary: £8.50 per hour, plus £25.00 per week shift allowance after training.
Hours: 07.00 – 15.30 Whilst Training approx. 8 weeks
13.30 – 22.00 Mon -Thurs - After Training
11.30 – 20.00 Fri - After Training
40 hours per week plus overtime during peak periods.
Location: Ely, Cambridgeshire.

Job summary:
To assist with the day-to-day running of a pick/pack warehouse operation. The successful candidate will take responsibility for picking orders and locating receipts in a multi warehouse site, overcoming logistical challenges whilst maintaining an efficient and tidy working environment.
High levels of efficiency, accuracy and attention to detail are essential. Some heavy lifting is required.

Skills required:
• Able to work efficiently and effectively as part of a team
• Communicative and collaborative
• Reliable and trustworthy, with good time-keeping skills
• Adaptable and flexible in the approach to work and timings
• High level of attention to detail
• Continuously willing to learn
• Practical mathematical capability
• IT literate
• Prior experience in warehousing is an advantage
• FLT/HLOP/Bendi operator an advantage

Job duties:
• Efficiently and accurately pick orders for dispatch
• Process receipts and locate in the correct location.
• De-stack pallets to single SKU
• Keep work area clean and tidy
• Maintain high levels of Health & Safety standards
• Achieve company targets and job standards
• Perform any reasonable request to maintain the operation
Job type Full time

Warehouse Operative required x2

Salary: £8.50 per hour
Hours: 07.00 – 15.30
40 hours per week plus overtime during peak periods.
Location: Ely, Cambridgeshire.

Job summary:
To assist with the day-to-day running of a pick/pack warehouse operation. The successful candidate will take responsibility for picking orders and locating receipts in a multi warehouse site, overcoming logistical challenges whilst maintaining an efficient and tidy working environment.
High levels of efficiency, accuracy and attention to detail are essential. Some heavy lifting is required.
Skills required:

• Able to work efficiently and effectively as part of a team
• Communicative and collaborative
• Reliable and trustworthy, with good time-keeping skills
• Adaptable and flexible in the approach to work and timings
• High level of attention to detail
• Continuously willing to learn
• Practical mathematical capability
• IT literate
• Prior experience in warehousing is an advantage
• FLT/HLOP/Bendi operator an advantage
Job duties:

• Efficiently and accurately pick orders for dispatch
• Process receipts and locate in the correct location.
• De-stack pallets to single SKU
• Keep work area clean and tidy
• Maintain high levels of Health & Safety standards
• Achieve company targets and job standards
• Perform any reasonable request to maintain the operation
Job type Full time

Our client, a world class provider of subsea technologies and services to the global offshore energy industry are looking for Production Operatives to join their busy team based in Littleport. 

The Role

Working within the Production department dealing with extrusion, laying-up, braiding and any other processes that are required for the manufacture of sub-sea cables. 

Main Responsibilities:

Operate machinery in a safe & productive manner

Ensuring all work is to the correct quality and manufacturing spec and delivered on time

Maintain cleanliness & tidiness throughout according to H&S requirements

Ensure paperwork is completed accurately against client requirements

A positive attitude for Continuous Improvement through 5S & Standard Work activities in order to reduce waste & improve efficiency and reduce cost

Ensure contact with Supervisor is maintained

Requirements

Manufacturing knowledge

Use of machines in a manufacturing environment

Production experience would also be beneficial but is not essential.  

This position is on a weekly rotating shift pattern of days and nights , Monday to Thursday from 6am to 6pm day shift and 6pm to 6am night shift. 

Full training will be provided on site.  The position also has the added benefit of a 20% shift allowance.  

Our client, one of the region’s leading insurance providers is currently looking for sales executive to join their growing team.

The role

To generate business using a range of different sales techniques to help promote the companies services further. The successful candidate will have good customer service skills & will be able to deal with any customer enquires in an efficient manner.

Main Responsibilities

• Work with the Sales and Business Development Manager to ensure consistently high renewal/retention rates through maintenance of good client relationships.
• Ensure that targets are being reached and assist with the identification of new business opportunities.
• Processing of insurance policies and relevant banking requirements ensuring compliance with FCA.
• Maintain contact with new clients to ensure continued loyalty and repeat business.
• Have a detailed knowledge of all other products available in order to cross sell.
• Maintain accurate records of information sent, contacts made, quotations provided, enquiries received etc.

Additional Requirements

• Good standard of English (to GCSE or equivalent)
• Computer literacy  
• Understands FCA compliance requirements and limitations of the role
• Able to develop a good understanding of the range of insurance products

Desirable

• Experience of sales administration
• Knowledge of the construction sector
• Experience of working with SMEs