Buildakit (UK) Ltd is a leading Timber Frame Manufacturing Company committed to excellence in the industry.
Job Overview
Forklift Driver / Yard Operations & Raw Materials Supervisor
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hands on
demanding role requires strong time management skills. You will be involved in overseeing the fast paced yard management and day to day yard operations. Plus be responsible for all the raw material processing for the production department.
About you:
Do you have experience in fast paced production environment, preferably with CNC Machinery and woodworking machinery?
Are you experienced in yard operations?
Can you effectively organise workloads in a manufacturing environment?
Are you skilled at coordinating teams?
Do you have strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for quality?
Key Responsibilities:
Managing daily tasks of a small team in the preparation of production materials
Lead and motivate saw area
Ensure timely & correct distribution of processed materials to production areas
Maintain high-quality standards with all processed timber components
Implement and oversee quality check procedures
Ensuring cut materials are available to aid high activity levels in production at all times
Loading vehicles using pre designed wagon plans for site deliveries
Prioritise jobs based on deadlines and machine capacities
Organisation of goods in and out
Optimise raw material storage
Maintain high-quality standards with all processed timber components
Address any quality issues promptly and implement corrective actions
Ensure all relative safety protocols are followed
Maintain a clean and organised work environment
Liaise effectively between production teams, design office, and other departments
Provide clear instructions and feedback to your team members
Stock & Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels, ensure accurate stocktaking, and report to management for re-ordering.
Requirements:
Experience in a fast paced production facility, ideally in a wood working operation
Strong organisational and planning skills
Counterbalance Forklift licence is required
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Knowledge of materials used in the timber frame industry would be advantageous however training will be given
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Strong leadership and communication abilities
Willingness to learn and adapt to various yard / maintenance tasks
Ability to delegate and be prepared to work hands on
Physically fit and able to do heavy lifting
Have effective management skills
Be able to multitask and remain highly focused
Be able to adapt quickly to new priorities
Have a sense of urgency to complete tasks quickly
Competitive Rates of Pay
Company attendance bonus
Career progression and personal development opportunities
Company pension
If you think you have these attributes we would be keen to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From 28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
On-site parking
Referral programme
Experience:
Organisational skills: 3 years (required)
Leadership: 1 year (required)
Team management: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person