Manufacturing Technicians - Value Added Services

Altro

  • Hertfordshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 days ago
  • Apply easily
Our team is growing here at Altro, and we are currently looking for a proactive and hard working individual to join us within our Value Added Services team. The role is based at our Head office in Letchworth Garden City and will be working on a rotating day shift (Monday to Friday, 6am till 2pm and then 2pm till 10pm the following week).What will you be doing? As a Manufacturing Technician within Value Added Services, you will perform a variety of different tasks within the department with the aim of delivering excellent customer service, while proactively contributing to Altro’s Zero Harm culture.Your main responsibilities will include:
  • Operate CNC cutting machines to process various materials.
  • Read and interpret technical drawings, CAD files, and job specifications to set up the machine accordingly.
  • Load and unload materials onto the cutting bed, ensuring correct alignment and securing materials.
  • Select appropriate cutting tools, blades, and settings based on material type and job requirements.
  • Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs to keep the machine in optimal condition.
  • Collaborate wider teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency in cutting operations.
  • Monitor job progress and inspect finished parts for accuracy and quality.
  • Report any machine malfunctions, material shortages, or production delays to the supervisor.
  • Manufacture transit kits within agreed tolerance levels, in line with customer specifications.
  • Perform regular quality checks to ensure all cut pieces meet the required accuracy standards.
  • Label and package all transit kits in accordance with each customer’s approved packaging specification.
  • Ensure all customer orders are completed and dispatched in line with required delivery dates.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
  • Monitor stock levels of flooring material and liaise with the Transit Customer Service Leader when reordering is necessary.
  • Monitor stock levels of packaging consumables and inform the Transit Customer Service Leader as required.
  • Check the quality and condition of equipment used within the Kit Cutting area.
As well as an exciting opportunity and a competitive salary, what do we have offer?
  • Starting holiday entitlement of 25 days, with the option to buy more
  • Defined contribution pension scheme
  • Life assurance from day one
  • Occupational Sick Pay and onsite Occupational Health Service
  • Confidential 24-hour life management and personal support service for you and your family
  • Enhanced family-friendly benefits, including Maternity, Paternity, and Shared Parental Leave
  • Free eye tests for all employees
  • A paid day off each year for volunteering
  • Free car parking at all our sites
  • Long service awards
  • Learning and Development support, regardless of your career stage
  • Various social events, including the company Christmas party
  • Retirement advice and support
Who are we looking for? You will be a flexible team player with great customer focus - someone who takes a pride in producing first class product, first time. We operate with lean manufacturing techniques and will look for individuals who can add value by taking ownership of their role and making improvement suggestions. Prior experience in a warehouse environment may be an advantage though full training will be provided if you can also demonstrate the right attitudes and behaviour.So who are Altro? A leading European manufacturer and supplier of premium flooring and wall cladding systems for construction and transport. We have been going strong since 1919. Family owned and run, we share family values; we care about you, each other and what we do. Head to our and Instagram pages to find out more about #LifeAtAltro #LifeAtAutoglym, and #ThePeopleBehindTheProductEveryone is welcome at Altro for who they are, no matter what their background is or how they identify. We appreciate that everyone is different and with that diverse uniqueness we can all thrive. “We don’t want you to just work here. We want you to belong here.”If you are a team player who is keen to develop or continue their career within Manufacturing, then apply today!

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