Knit Mesh Technologies Ltd are currently recruiting for Machine Operators (Grade 2) to join our dynamic team based on-site at our Head Office in Holywellwithin commutable distance from Deeside, Flint, Prestatyn, Rhyl and St Asaph.
The Company
Knit Mesh Technologies Ltd, are the leading manufacturers and suppliers of precision-engineered knitted wire mesh. With over 65 years of experience, we are renowned for delivering innovative solutions to a wide range of industries, including: automotive, aerospace, energy, Petro/Chemical Process industries, with a strong position in the Hydrogen production sector, with our products being shipped globally to our customers.
Key elements to our current and continued success are our people. We offer great career development opportunities for individuals. Due to the business rapidly growing at over 30% per annum, which is expected to accelerate for the foreseeable future, we are looking to increase to our dedicated and valued team, some of whom have been working here for 20+ years.
Interested? Take a look at the role below:
The role
The main responsibilities are, but not limited to:

• Planning and organisation of work;
• Understanding of works orders, interpretation of drawings and route cards;
• Knitting/crimping of mesh to Knit Mesh specifications;
• Material handling and identification;
• Monitoring and maintaining quality;
• Periodic mesh inspection and recording of dimensional, weight parameters;
• Selection, operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery.

What skills and experience you will you need:

• Able to understand basic engineering drawings;
• Familiar with working in an engineering production environment;
• Excellent attention to detail;
• Good communication skills, especially verbal;
• Be able to carry out some heavy lifting;
• Willing to work overtime as and when required.

This role requires a flexible approach and the ability to work in a positive manner within a team. Previous experience within a production environment is desirable, although full training will be provided.
What we can offer you as a remuneration/benefits package:

• This role is temp to perm – following a temporary period of 12 weeks, should you meet the performance requirements, the role will be made permanent.
• Rate of Pay - Initially £12.50 per hour during training on days shift, moving to £14.50 per hour (including shift allowance).
• Work Pattern - 3-shift rotating shift pattern: Mornings: 6am to 2pm, Monday to Friday; Afternoons: 2pm to 10pm, Monday to Friday (includes a 15% shift allowance); Nights: 10pm to 6am, Sunday night to Friday morning (includes a 33% shift allowance).
• Enhanced holiday package – 21 days including Christmas shutdown, plus Bank Holidays, leading to 25 days with length of service.
• Contributory Pension scheme – matched up to 6% (subject to eligibility)
• Occupational Sick Pay scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Long service awards
• Generous ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme - you could earn up to £2,500 from one referral
• Company hosted events – Summer party, Christmas party, etc.
• Free employee drinks
• Employee discount portal (discounts on retail, cinema, holidays, etc.);
• Employee Assistance Program – Including face to face counselling session, meditation podcasts, digital gym, etc.;
• Virtual GP service;
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Why not take a look at who we are for yourself: www.knitmeshtechnologies.com
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Holywell: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you able to carryout some heavy lifting (25kg)?
• Do you understand basic engineering drawings?

Experience:

• engineering/production environment: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Location:

• Holywell (preferred)

Work Location: In person