Job Description

Machine Operative

About Pyroglass Limited

Pyroglass Limited is a UK manufacturer of high-temperature sealing materials, specialising in glass fibre textile products. All of our specialist products are manufactured at our facility just outside Longridge, Preston (PR2 5AP) and shipped worldwide for use across a wide range of industries.
We are proud to be a family-owned, independent business, now entering our 39th year of British manufacturing.

The Role

We are looking for a friendly, conscientious, reliable Machine Operative with a good sense of humour to join our small, friendly production team.

Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Setting up and operating textile knitting machines in line with production specifications Monitoring output quality and reporting any faults or issues Carrying out basic machine maintenance and repairs as required Assisting with the development of new products and updating production specifications Working in accordance with strict health and safety procedures Maintaining our high quality standards in line with ISO 9001:2015

Hours & Holiday

Permanent, full-time position

39 hours per week

Monday-Thursday: 06:45 - 15:45 Friday: 06:45 - 11:45
Breaks:

30-minute unpaid lunch 20 minutes (morning) and 10 minutes (afternoon) paid
Annual holiday entitlement: 30 days

What We Offer

A permanent role within a stable, growing company Full training provided on all aspects of the role Opportunities to learn new skills and progress through our technical development programme A safe, supportive and friendly working environment Encouragement and support for personal development and skills growth
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.85 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Sick pay
Application question(s):

Answer required for your application to be considered:
As a family owned business we like to get to know our team, please tell us a little about yourself; for example pets, hobbies, or interesting facts about yourself.

Experience:

machine operating: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person