SMED Operative - Nights at Candidate Soruce for Optimum TA Ltd
Daventry NN11 8YN, , United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Nov, 25

Salary

30840.0

Posted On

16 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Other Industry

Description

Job Title: SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die) Operative – Nights
Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire
Salary: £25,700 + 20% night shift allowance
Hours: Nights – 21:00 to 06:15, Monday to Friday
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a skilled SMED Operative to join a leading manufacturing business specialising in high-quality printed products. This is a hands-on role, perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys working to continuous improvement principles.
You’ll play a key part in keeping our presses running efficiently, completing quick changeovers to minimise downtime, and ensuring production targets are met without compromising quality or safety.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

  • Carrying out efficient press changeovers to meet daily targets.
  • Following health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times.
  • Supporting Lean manufacturing improvements, particularly around SMED and yield.
  • Accurately loading job data into the production system and analysing results.
  • Working with the team to meet print schedules on time and cost-effectively.
  • Helping to identify and deliver ways to reduce changeover times.
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