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Rolling Mill Setter / Operator

Job details
Posting date: 12 May 2025
Salary: £16.61 to £17.59 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 11 June 2025
Location: B66 2PA
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: HAD/ROLLING-472111

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Summary

Permanent Contract from Day 1 – Offering Stability and Career Growth!

Do you have experience as a Rolling Mill Setter/Operator? Are you looking for a new challenge within a manufacturing company? - If so, then we may just have the perfect role for you!

Owen Payne Recruitment are seeking experienced Rolling Mill Setter/Operator’s to join a leading Steel manufacturing client located in the Smethwick area (B66).

Due to the nature of this role, previous experience is essential.

Company Benefits:

• Permanent Contract from day 1
• Training and Development through Apprenticeship Levy
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance – Linked to the pension
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Onsite Parking
• A dynamic, friendly working environment

Hours of Work:

• Monday to Friday – Set Afternoon Shift
• Monday to Thursday 14:00 till 23:00 & Friday 14:00 till 17:30

Rate of Pay:

• £16.61-£17.59 per hour (Including Shift Allowance)
• Fantastic Overtime rates

Key Responsibilities:

• Set production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Control production processes to set tolerances.
• Set, load and feed coil *.
• Set roll feed, if required within production base/division.
• Install equipment such as guides, guards, gears, cooling equipment, and rolls, using hand tools.
• Operate processes to optimum efficiency.
• Manipulate controls, observe, monitor and adjust, to set speed for optimum machine performance.

• Achieve/exceed production targets.
• Ensure production waste is kept to minimum.
• Housekeeping/5S (Sort, Set In Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
• Any other duties within the capability of the job holder.

• Examine, inspect and measure raw materials and finished products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Ensure production paperwork is correctly completed.
• Ensure all safety devices are in place and guard cards are signed off.
• Follow guidelines laid out in company H&S and environmental policies.
• Report dangerous occurrences/risks.
• Complete quality checks.
• Ensure product is manufactured to drawing spec/customer requirements.
• Assist in secondary quality checks and inspections in accordance with HI quality procedures.
• Complete documentation, including correct product labelling.
• Ensure equipment is properly used & stored correctly.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Previous experience in a machine setting and/or operating role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical understanding and ability to interpret technical drawings and production specifications
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of workplace safety and best practices in machine operation

This is a great opportunity to grow your skills within a well-established manufacturing team. If you take pride in precision, safety, and efficiency, we’d love to hear from you.

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