BPS Operator (No.2)

We have an opportunity for a BPS Operator to join our team at our site in Loughton, Essex. Reporting to the Finishing Process Lead, you will be required to ensure that the BPS machine output is maximised and quality standards are maintained, whilst adhering to health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• To maximise the machines efficiency to produce consistently high output and quality.
• Minor problem solving on the machine, identifying technical problems and suggesting solutions.
• Liaise with BPS Seniors to ensure quality standards are met.
• Ensure waste levels are minimised.
• Escalate any machine malfunctions in line with escalation procedures.
• Control and monitor associated paperwork and computer records to provide accurate documentation.

Contract type: Permanent

Working hours:  24/5 Shift Pattern - consists of 3 crews of 12-hour shifts of either: 6.00 am to 6.00 pm; and 6.00 pm to 6.00 am, Monday to Friday rota. Attendance is 40 hours per week on average, including a 30-minute unpaid break plus a 15-minute unpaid break to be taken during the shift

Base location: Debden

Basic Salary: £40,117 per annum. Upon successful completion of a 6-month probation period, this will rise to £40,829 per annum.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Exposure to a manufacturing environment (desirable)
• Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths & English
• Able to complete required paperwork and PC literate (MS Office)
• Experience of working in an industrial environment
• Able to follow policies and procedures.
• Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience of finishing processes (Desirable)
• Able to manipulate OBIS model (Desirable)

About De La Rue

De La Rue is a leading supplier of currency solutions and a long-standing trusted partner to central banks and governments worldwide. Our products underpin the integrity of economies and trade, enabling businesses and citizens to participate securely in their respective economies.

With a heritage spanning over 200 years, we remain a global leader in advancing security and integrity for currency solutions, supplying 54% of the world’s central banks and manufacturing in the UK, Europe & Asia. We produce fully finished banknotes, polymer substrate, security and currency services.

Benefits

• 17 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme (De La Rue pay 1.5x the employee’s contribution – employee contributions up to a maximum of 6%, with employer contributions up to a maximum of 9%)
• Life assurance - 4x your annual salary
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Subsidised Gym Memberships
• Various other perks and Employee Assistance packages
• Enhanced family friendly policies (e.g., four weeks paid paternity leave)