May 20, 2025

Production setter - Cold Forging

Manufacturing Atlas Copco United Kingdom Deeside

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Atlas Copco are a global engineering company, and a market leader in our field. We recruit for mindset over skills and experience,

and have a no blame culture, only a growth mindset. We encourage diversity and inclusion, something we are actively passionate about.

The role is full time, but we are happy to discuss flexible working, part time, school hours, or job share working options.  

You will be part of an exciting, open environment which is designed to enable you to reach your optimum potential. Our modern offices and

company benefits reflect that we are a cohesive team where your physical and mental wellbeing is nurtured. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Set and operate cold forging equipment to company work procedures and instructions.

  • Conduct regular maintenance (TPM checks) and support breakdown maintenance as required.

  • Regularly monitor production to ensure it meets the required quality standards.

  • Work closely with the team leader and lead operator to ensure production meets agreed deadlines.

  • Liaise closely with colleagues on status of machines, maintenance and quality or on any other related issues to ensure the continuity of production.

  • Maintain daily production, maintenance and quality records.

  • Use a forklift truck or ped op for the transfer of raw materials from stores to production area.

  • Promote a safe work area carrying out regular housekeeping duties
    as necessary.

Other Duties

  • Carrying out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Company

  • Experience of working in a manufacturing environment and the ability to follow work instructions/specifications is essential.

  • Experience of working within a mechanical environment would be beneficial.

  • Previous experience of visual inspection for cosmetic defects would be a considerable advantage.

  • Experience in SPC would be an advantage.

  • A qualification in an engineering capacity would also be an advantage. (NVQ, HNC, HND)

  • Forklift truck licence would be desirable but is not essential.

  
  • Be a good team player with experience of effectively contributing to a team environment as well as the ability to work on own initiative and under pressure
  • Work accurately and efficiently
  • Possess good problem-solving abilities
  • Have experience working in a fast-moving environment and be able to demonstrate good time management and organisational skills
  • Be reliable with a proven attendance record
  

Here’s just some of what we offer: 

  • Generous company pension & wealth management support 

  • Private medical care & health cash plan for you and your family 

  • Life Assurance Benefit 

  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave and Pay 

  • Hybrid Working (if applicable) 

  • Many opportunities to learn, grow and develop yourself and your career including training, subsidised study, mentoring and networking programmes  

  • Opportunity to shape the future of our company taking part in projects you are passionate about, or join a committee such as the employee forum, mental health first aid, or sustainability team 

  • Costco Membership 

  • Electric Car Scheme and electric car charging points 

  • Secure and well lit carpark

  • Early Finish on a Friday (subject to role) 

  • 25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 days with long service (including 3 days Christmas shutdown), plus bank holidays.   

  • Global career opportunities 

  • Company bonus 

  

Wellbeing initiatives such as: 

  • Cycle to work scheme 

  • Company events, parties and celebrations  

  • Long Service awards 

  • Free Fitness Classes 

  • Free tea, coffee & fresh fruit 

  • Seasonal treats 

  • Recognition and reward scheme 

 
Functional area: Manufacturing
Country: United Kingdom
City: Deeside
On-site/remote: On-Site
Brand: Atlas Copco
Company Name: Atlas Copco IAS UK Limited
Date of Posting: May 20, 2025
Last day to apply: June 2, 2025