Mobile Plant Operator
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Operates mobile plant and processing equipment in a logyard on a 4-on/4-off, 12-hour shift pattern to ensure continuous material supply, daily operational performance, and strict health and safety compliance.
About this role
Mobile Plant Operator
We are the global leader in the production and distribution of wood products used in everything from furniture and flooring to timber-framed houses, building facades and construction. In doing so, we help to build a better world. Kronospan is focused on achieving operational excellence with relentless attention to safety and sustainability.
We currently have a role on our Logyard for a mobile plant operator to join us on 4 on 4 off shift pattern, 12hr shifts.
- This role is key in achieving daily operational performance, in compliance with site permits & permissions, and company policies and procedures.
- Provide constant supply to PB & MDF Production facilities
- Stock rotation, ensuring that the first material in, is the first out.
- Ensuring a high standard of Health & Safety is maintained on site, being proactive to keep themselves and other site users free from harm.
- Responsible for the safe operation of mobile plant and processing plant on site, including completion of pre-start checks, daily maintenance, and cleaning plant & equipment.
- Undertaking visual inspections on inbound loads to ensure the material is in accordance with the Material Acceptance Criteria, reporting any non-conforming loads to site management.
- Engaging with site management to identify & implement continuous improvement.
- Occasional record keeping, including weighbridge operation.
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience operating mobile plant
- Good driving practices
- Full UK Drivers license
- Mobile plant operator certificate for wheeled loading shovel and 360 grab
- Excellent timekeeping
- Strong work ethic
- Self-disciplined
- Good communication skills
- Practical problem solving skills
- Flexible approach
Additional Information
• Earnings over £38,500 including shift premium, overtime and bonus
• Exciting and challenging work
• Continued training, support and career development
• The opportunity to work with and learn from, industry leading people who are committed to excellence
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