Cross Functional Operator

Genuit Group; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Aylesford is seeking a Cross Functional Operator to provide flexible support across various production areas. Responsibilities include packing, quality inspection, and transporting products. Ideal candidates should have a strong understanding of quality requirements, flexibility, and the ability to operate MHE. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a sustainable business environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus shift premium

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 8% matched pension

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Understanding of quality requirements as defined in product info sheets.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe working area.
• Flexibility to move between production areas as required.

Responsibilities

• Pack manufactured products into designated containers.
• Ensure quality standards are achieved during production.
• Transport products to storage areas as necessary.

Skills

Understanding of packaging requirements

Ability to operate appropriate MHE

Flexibility and adaptability in tasks

Tools

MHE (Material Handling Equipment)

Job description

.Cross Functional Operator page is loaded## Cross Functional Operatorlocations: Polypipe Aylesfordtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 2, 2026 (23 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR101642Closing Date for Application:Thursday 01/01/2026Specialists in providing engineered above ground drainage and water supply systems, **Polypipe Building Services**leverages offsite fabrication to design and deliver solutions to mechanical and public health engineers, M&E contractors as well as local authorities. Polypipe Building Services houses well-known industry brand Terrain and has been delivering systems to commercial, high rise residential, healthcare, education and leisure projects for over 50 years.**The role:**To offer flexible operator cover to the various production areas (Injection Moulding, Assembly and Extrusion) during high periods of demand and periods of employee absence. The main responsibilities within the areas may include packing, quality inspection and testing of moulded components, production bookings, assembly of various manufactured components and stock control.**Main Responsibilities:*** The following responsibilities should be regarded as universal across the production areas:* Packing of manufactured products into boxes, bags, crates (Moulding and Assembly, or into wood u-frames (Extrusion).* Ensuring quality standards are being achieved at all times and support with inspection* Ensure all relevant data is captured / collected and entered onto appropriate systems* Preparation of relevant packing materials for each production batch* Booking of product onto IFS (if required)* Transportation of products to Warehouse, Working Progress or other finished goods storage dependent on product type* Support with continuous improvement activities* Ensure a clean and safe working area is maintained for yourself and others* Ensure all waste / scrap products are separated into their designated containers**Skills & Requirements:*** Understanding of packaging and visual and dimensional quality requirements as defined on product information sheets (PIS)* Ability to operate appropriate MHE (after training)* Knowledge of company specific H&S and Environmental requirements* Trained in Safe Systems of Work (SSW’s) appropriate to activities and tasks being undertaken* Flexibility and adaptability to move between the production areas.**Working Hours & Benefits:*** Monday - Friday, 3 shifts, 6-2 / 2-10 / 10-6* Competitive salary plus shift premium* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays* Up to 8% matched pension* Company Sick Pay* Share save Scheme* Life assurance* Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services* Staff discount on all Genuit Group productsHere at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.At Polypipe we recognise the contribution our people make to our success and are committed to attracting talent from a wide and diverse pool.Our people are the heart and soul of our business, and we know that they are the key to ensuring our long-term sustainability, enabling us to be flexible and responsive to the needs of our customers and the wider construction industry, and we offer rewarding career opportunities to individuals who share our values and are passionate about making a positive impact.And that is why we are passionate about developing a culture of trust and innovation, one that values and celebrates the contributions of each and every team member. It is our people who will ensure that our success is sustainable, supporting each other and being flexible and responsive to the demands of our customers and the marketplace.