Job Description

Shopfloor Foreman

Based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire - On site

Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5pm (45-minute lunch break)

RCM, part of the Benx Group, are a major supplier of building boards and facade solutions. We now have an opportunity for an experienced Shopfloor Foreman to join our team. The role would suit someone with a background in Construction or similar. Previous experience completing quotations and operating CNC machines is essential.

Responsibilities will include;

To comply and manage the health and safety regulations and assist with monitoring of health and safety within the unit

Deliver Toolbox talks with support from the Production Foreman and H&S where needed

Overseeing inductions and competency sign off for operatives alongside the Production Foreman.

Deliver training to existing and new employees on new machines

Take ownership over new starter induction plans

Creates and manages employee schedules.

Oversees daily work of employees, assigns duties to operatives

Updating office management on issues

First point of contact for operatives - machine issues, people issues, absence etc.

Assists in repair, construction, maintenance, or other tasks involved in client work orders.

Reviews work completed to ensure it is up to quality standards and ensures that all deadlines are met.

Addresses and resolves customer issues and complaints.

Inspects and cleans equipment within the unit

Fixes equipment and machinery as necessary

Operates unit machinery such as forklifts or manufacturing equipment.

Ensures that unit area is clean, organised, and free of dangerous or hazardous material.

Manage the utilisation of tooling, Saw blades, cutters, drills etc

Experience and Knowledge Require

Previous experience operating CNC machines is essential

Experience within a Production environment would be advantageous

Forklift Operators Licence

IT Skills

Organisational skills

Good communication skills - both verbal and written

The Candidate

Confidence to develop good relationships with clients, colleagues and external bodies Excellent customer focus to internal customers and external Willing to learn, initiate and develop efficient working systems within the merchant branch
Willing to undertake any necessary training and development that will enhance personal/work performance.

Able to work unsupervised within a multi-functional department environment Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and prioritise customer needs Well-spoken, polite, pleasant and confident manner Able to deal with difficult telephone calls and enquiries from customers Flexible approach to work hours
Smart appearance

To be happy and enjoy the workplace

What we can offer you:

Training opportunities

26 days holiday entitlement per annum (plus bank holidays), including a Christmas Shutdown

Opt in Employee Healthcare plan

1 x Salary Life Assurance

Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Employee reward portal with access to discounts from a variety of major retailers

Annual Pay Review and Performance Bonus Scheme (if applicable)

Reward and recognition schemes

Long service awards plus more!

If you feel that you meet the suitability for this role please send a copy of your CV to Lucy Birks - HR and Fleet Administrator via Lucy.birks@benx.co.uk and we will be in touch to discuss your application.

In line with GDPR regulations please be aware that your application will be sent to the HR department at Benx Ltd and that any personal details included as part of your CV will be retained for

6 months following the advertisement of this role. If you would like further information on this or do not wish your details to be kept on file, please contact a representative at Benx Ltd directly

We are an Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are proud Armed Forces Covenant signatories and holders of the Employers ERS Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme This means that Benx Ltd and associated group of companies, has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person