General Building jobs in Clayton le Moors

Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 4 on 4 off days and nights

We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Operative to join our Accrington Team.
About the role
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Accrington team in the position of Senior Operative on a 4on 4off shift pattern.

Working directly with the Shift Manager, the Senior Operative is responsible for ensuring that operational performance is delivered across the clay preparation, extrusion, setting and de-hacking processes in line with company safety and quality standards and procedures.

Key Responsibilities
All tasks carried out as part of the daily job role must be done so in a safe manner, adhering to the Risk Assessments and Standard Operating Procedures, as well as the Forterra Health and Safety policy.

• Ensure all fixed and mobile plant ‘Before Use’ Safety Inspections are completed, and the results recorded on the relevant forms before machinery is started.
• Carry out daily safety tours in line with UKCP25.F7 – Senior Operative Daily Inspection Checklist and record findings. Where problems or hazards are identified, take measures / actions to resolve the issues.
• Brief all personnel regarding daily production targets, product changes, safety alerts, etc.
• Ensure correct PPE is being worn by production team, maintenance teams, GM team, visitors and contractors.
• Conduct quality checks on Barium at least 3 times during shift and complete at least 2 Sieve Tests during the shift. Record results on the Clay Prep Operators Check Sheet.
• When making slurried products, conduct Slurry Weight Check at least 3 times during the shift and record results on the Clay Prep Operators Check Sheet.
• Keep an all-round visual check in the Clay Prep, Extrusion, Setting and De-Hacking areas and conduct quality checks in each of the areas at random intervals throughout the shift.
• Monitor dryer operations and complete at least 2 Dry Brick Moisture Tests during the shift.
• Continually monitor the standard of kiln car setting and ensue that any issues are resolved promptly.
• Monitor and control the quality of finished goods and conduct at least one 10 Brick Test during the shift.
• Engage with shift operatives as soon as malfunctions or issues occur on the production line. Call for assistance from the maintenance teams if required and ensure that the breakdown procedure is evoked swiftly for any period of unplanned downtime likely to exceed 20 minutes.
• Ensure that all company safety procedures are being adhered too at all times and for all tasks (LOTOTO, 10 Golden Rules, One Minute Risk Assessment, Permit to Work etc).
• Assist the Shift Managers in reviewing, revising and updating production related documentation as and when required.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (5 Why’s) for all malfunctions and report findings and action taken to resolve the issue to the Shift Manager for inclusion in the morning SQCDP meetings.
• Help drive Continuous Improvement activities across the production lines.
• Ensure that a good standard of housekeeping is maintained on all areas within the production line.
• Ensure that all production documentation has been completed accurately and in full before being handed in at the end of shift.
• Provide cover for absenteeism’s on the machine line as and when directed by the Shift Manager.
• Deputise for Shift Manager in his absence.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Perform high level of work ethic
• Performance driven
• Performance and result management - Increase efficiency and quality
• Special functional knowledge and experience of the production process
• IOSH Managing Safely (NEBOSH General Certificate preferable)
• CLM Level 3
• Lean Manufacturing (Practitioner desirable)

Despite no formal academic qualifications or education being required, the individual requires a minimum of 3 months training period, in which they will be assessed and supervised by a competent operator and examined against a competency check sheet.
Training requirements for job role;

• Company induction
• Manual handling training
• Working at height awareness training
• Fire awareness training
• Dusk mask face fit training
• Isolation/ lock off procedure training
• Silica awareness training
• Spill containment training
• Control of vehicular movement training
• Asbestos awareness training
• Risk assessment training
• IOSH Managing Safely training
• Production Senior Operator training
• Accident and Incident investigation training
• Lean Manufacturing (5S and Kaizen as a minimum)
• Root Cause Analysis training (5 Why’s)
• Confined Space Management
• Mobile Phone Awareness
• Emergency Evacuation Training

We don’t expect you to tick every box. If you bring the mindset, curiosity and drive to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you

Why join Forterra
At Forterra, our people are at the heart of what we do. We offer opportunities to develop your skills, build your career and make a real difference as part of a supportive team. Benefits include:

• Pension (up to 10% from us)
• Competitive salary and generous holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme for yourself and family members
• Learning, development and career progression – Opportunities to help you grow
• Aviva Smart Health
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Programme
• Wellhub Wellness Plans & Gym Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Holiday Exchange Scheme
• Sharesave Scheme

& many more!
About Forterra
At Forterra, we don’t just make products, we make an impact. As a leading UK manufacturer of essential clay and concrete building materials our purpose is to help create lasting legacies.
You will be part of a team that values fresh thinking, takes pride in quality, and supports one another to succeed. We create an environment where people feel empowered to bring ideas and grow.
We know that diverse perspectives make us stronger. That’s why we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. If you believe you would be a good fit for the role, we would love to hear from you.

Our values are at the heart of how we work:
Collaborate and Care – We believe we’re stronger together. Teamwork, open communication and looking out for each other are core to how we operate. We also put safety first – protecting people is always our top priority.
Pride in Excellence – We celebrate achievement and take pride in the quality of our work. Whether you’re directly shaping products or supporting our operations, you’ll play a part in delivering excellence for our customers and the communities that we serve.
Innovate to Lead – You’ll be encouraged to ask questions, bring ideas forward and help us find better, smarter ways of doing things. We never stand still – innovation is part of who we are, from sustainability initiatives and product development.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring that everyone has the support they need to have a fair and positive experience throughout the application process.
Ready to join us?
If you're ready to join a great team at one of the UK’s leading building products manufacturers, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and build your future with Forterra – your next challenge starts here.

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.