Job Description

BRIEF JOB SUMMARY

FMP is one of the area's leading manufacturers of medical devices and healthcare products and has been in operation for almost 50 years. With local sites in operation at White Lund (Morecambe) and White Cross (Lancaster), we manufacture an array of products which supply NHS, UK and global demand for healthcare related products. At FMP, our culture is to value our people, and our key values reflect the focus that we place into the importance and significance of everyone at FMP;

Full training will be provided.

HOURS OF WORK

Full time positions: 37.5 hours per week

6:00am - 14:30pm Monday to Thursday, 6:00am - 11:30pm Friday 14:30pm - 23:00pm Monday - Thursday; 11:30am - 17:00pm Friday

OBJECTIVE:

This role covers the responsibilities of planning and requesting of raw materials and components which includes manual dexterity and the ability to deliver on time to meet manufacturing requirements.

KEY TASKS:

Liaise with Production Supervisors & Lead Operators with regard to the prompt supply of components, solutions and consumables to the Production departments. Remove de-kits and waste packaging from Production areas. Correctly and securely transport materials, components and finished goods in a safe and efficient manner around the White Cross site to assist in keeping stock accuracy. Shrink wrapping of Finished Goods pallets. Empty all production waste bins. Maintain good housekeeping in all Warehouse and Production areas. To ensure all goods stored in racking are placed on unbroken pallets suitable for the load and the racking. To request and use the appropriate P.P.E. as and when required. Promote a safe working environment within the Warehouse and Production areas. To strictly always adhere to the company Health & Safety policies. To take responsibility for own personal development, in line with agreed Performance and Development Reviews. In addition to your duties as Material Handler, you will be required to provide support to the production and warehouse functions as and when required. Upon completion of Material Handler duties, liaise with Production supervisor / Team Leader for instruction on supporting the production area/s. Upon completion of production duties, liaise with Warehouse Manager for instruction on supporting the Warehouse / Distribution departments.

REQUIREMENTS

Computer/IT -

Comply to internal and External IT operating systems

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record keeping for all machines and processes they oversee, which requires proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software.

Communication -

Verbal and listening skills to ensure efficient transfer of information between team members. Confident to address and troubleshoot problems (keeping in mind that these might be high-pressure situations and need to keep calm under pressure).

Documentation -

Written skills are important, maintain accurate and clear documentation that proves manufacturing is being carried out in accordance with both internal and external quality systems or regulations. It is important that procedures are followed, but it is also important that it can be shown and proved that procedures were followed.

Measurement -

Monitor and perform routine inspections for identifying when components will be required and acting to deliver and meet production demands. Monitoring the output of automated assembly line or station.

Reporting -

Provide relevant feedback to highlight any key issues to Department Supervisor, Production QA and/or Manufacturing Technician which could/will develop into delays or plan changes.

Attention to detail -

Follow strict internal protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Know the manufacturing process in detail, troubleshooting at a trained level and informing senior members of the team to raise corrective actions.

Lean Manufacturing Skills -

Apply lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste in the production process or apply six sigma to reduce output variation.

Flexible -

to work at either our Lancaster (White Cross) or Morecambe (White Lund) site

BENEFITS

25 Days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays (pro rata) Free on-site parking Local to Lancaster and Morecambe Opportunities for development Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme Life Assurance Discounted gym membership Bike to Work Scheme (after 6 months service) On site canteen Free fruit, Tea & Coffee Help@Hand SimplyHealth

RATE OF PAY

To be discussed at interview

FMP is an Equal Opportunities Employer

We endeavour to create a work environment that will encourage our people to perform to their maximum potential We positively encourage the acceptance of responsibility and accountability at all levels, whilst developing our staff through appropriate training and coaching supported by personal development review. Individual and team effort is challenged and rewarded in pursuit of continuous business improvement
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

If you believe that you could be part of a winning team, please apply.

Due to the volume of applications, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person