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Our client, a leading name within their industry, have an immediate need for Manufacturing Specialists to join their team.

You will:

You will be working as part of the Springtown Manufacturing team. You will be responsible for operating a variety of machines in a 24/7 production environment within our wafer fabrication facility, producing recording heads for data storage products.
You will perform machine tending operations to ensure that the machines are utilised to their optimum level and that the production goals for the site are met.
You will be working within a cell of 3-4 people on shift within a larger team of 30-40 people in total.
You will perform maintenance tasks across a 12-hours shift pattern that will include days, nights, and weekends.
You will follow all Health & Safety rules and regulations that the facility has in place.
You must always wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment, (PPE).
Perform to meet departmental goals and quality targets.
Be motivated to work in a team and contribute to your team's success.
Help identify and eliminate problems.
Assist in simplification and/or improvements of procedures, techniques or processes.
Adhere to all relevant documentation systems used in the production procedure.
Observe Clean room and wafer handling etiquette.
Utilising tools to their optimum level
Undertake training as required.

About you:

You will have exceptional attention.
Be a team player.
Have great communication skills.
You are reliable and punctual.
You have basic computer skills.
You must be able to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends to our fixed rota.
You're highly motivated and passionate about working in a team and contributing to your team's success

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