Job Description

Location: Hartlepool

Grade: Grade 2

Salary: 27,952.47 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Week 1- 7am to 3pm, Week 2- 3pm to 11pm and Week 3- 11pm to 7am

TMD Friction has over 135 years in the braking friction industry, we are among the worlds largest manufacturers of brake friction materials and are trusted by the biggest brands in the automotive and industrial sectors. We also cater for some of the worlds most prestigious racing series, such as the 24 Heures Du Mans racing cars and other vehicles. Welcome to the world of brake friction!

Benefits:

At TMD Friction UK, we value our employees as our greatest asset. That's why we offer a range of benefits for them to enjoy, including:

Life Assurance Scheme Death in Service Benefit On-Site Occupational Health Support Learning & Development Opportunities Concessionary Goods (for eligible employees) Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Long service Day 26 Holidays plus Statutory Bank Holidays

Main Tasks & Responsibilities are:-

Operate machinery, equipment to deliver and produce quality parts to achieve area output targets within the Accessory department.

Ensure manual load and unload activities are carried out

Ensure safe working practices are adhered to and carried out at all times.

All machine and working areas are maintained to the correct housekeeping standards (Implementation of 5S)

Strict adherence to Standard operating Procedures (SOP's).

Ensure strict adherence to the Quality Policies and Procedures, ensuring optimum Quality Standards.

Flexibility required to adapt to the dynamic nature of business needs to imminent change

All documentation is completed correctly and accurately in accordance with company procedure.

To setup machines in accordance with Standard Operation Procedure (SOP)

Ensure Quality Standards by conducting First & Last off checks and subsequent In Process Checks

Ensure all equipment is of a satisfactory standard and any issues are escalated appropriately.

To support the Working Team Leader in the operation of the department, to actively participate in improvement initiatives and demonstrate proactivity in the prevention of issues in their infancy.

Strict Production Adherence is to be followed at all times

To support the Working Team Leader in the operation of the department, to actively participate in improvement initiatives and demonstrate proactivity in the prevention of issues in their infancy.

What We're Looking For:

A proactive approach to safety, with the confidence to challenge and be challenged. A team player who contributes ideas and makes decisions in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Flexibility and willingness to adapt to evolving business demands.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,952.47 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Night shift
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 13/08/2025