MPI Ltd has a long term vacancy available in Kempston/Bedford

Job Title: Workshop Assistant/ labourer

40 hours per week Mon - Fri 7:00am - 15:30pm, with half hour lunch break

£14 per hour (PAYE)

Prime function:

* General day to day tidying of Workshop and Yard and maintain tidiness of stores.

* Disposing of metals off cuts into the bin.

* Take control of goods in and deliveries, unload lorries and delivery wagons.

* Breaking up old pallets and disposing of them into wood skip

Key Responsibilities/ Requirements:

* Work alongside Fabricators and Fitters to manage cleanliness and tidiness of the fabrication facility and Yard at shop floor level.

* Required to assist that the daily checks are carried out on Forklift.

* Required to make sure all lifting equipment is collated and available for 6 monthly LOLER checks to be carried out.

* Required to make sure all power tools are readily available for 6 monthly PAT Tests are carried out

* Organize storage of materials in relation to specific project

* Ensure that the Factory is a safe place to work, keep on top of trip hazards and any other potential risks.

Qualifications & Experience Required:

* Counterbalance Forklift Truck (preferred).

* CSCS Card (preferred)

* First Aid (preferred)

* Strong written and oral communication skills, capable of teamwork

* Must be able to read and understand delivery notes and who jobs are allocated to.

* Working knowledge of site/ yard environment.

* Knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements within an engineering environment

* Strong skills in prioritizing and organizing.

Attributes & Values:

* Ability to multitask and keep organised.

* Develop and build key relationships.

* Excellent interpersonal skills.

* Able to generate good morale and teamwork.

* Pro-active, flexible, with a can-do approach.

* Can work under own initiative.

* Able to work well under pressure.

* Adaptable and good problem-solving skills