Factory Assistant

Full Job Description

Premier Work Support are currently recruiting a permanent Factory Assistant to work in a specialist manufacturing company within the Bexleyheath area.

The role is to provide support for areas within the production process and to upkeep all areas of the business to a good standard. Previous experience in this kind of role is required and beneficial skills include drilling, tapping, sand blasting and using a saw. You must be motivated, conscientious and willing to prioritise tasks where appropriate. You must be good at time management and able to take instructions from the manager.

Duties will include:

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Undertaking reactive tasks in all areas of the production process to high quality standards including:
• basic assembly work from a drawing
• Be able to drill (metal work)
• Be able to tap (metal work)
• Be able to use the saw
• To be able to Sand blast
• To be able to help with packing
• To be able to help with picking/kitting.
• Be able to assist with paint preparation.
• Keep the outside area clean and tidy.

Candidate Requirements

• You must be able to take instruction, not only from your direct manager but related authority levels in order to get the job done.
• Ability to build good rapport with all departments.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• You must be able to work on your own initiative.
• Standing and/or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting and moving products up to 15kg in weight
• Lifting bending, reaching over head, kneeling, crouching, and/or stretching throughout shift.
• The ability to read manufacturing general assembly drawings.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.
• Clean driving licence would be preferred but not essential.
• Forklift licence would be preferred but not essential.

The hours of work are 7.00am to 4.00pm, Monday to Thursday and 7.00am to 11:15am on Fridays.

If this is the role for you, please do not hesitate to apply online now!