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

• Job Title: Workshop Assistant/ labourer

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

• £14 per hour (PAYE)

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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

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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.

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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.

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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