Low & Bonar Dundee Ltd

13/09/2021

Job Vacancy - Extrusion Doffer - immediate start available -

Job description
Primary purpose:

Produce and start-up production lines according to budgeted levels of output and quality following standard operating procedures

Performance measurement

Ensure a well-organized start-up and follow-up of production lines

Maintain and work according to high standards of quality output, waste and cost reduction

Working according to instructions and procedures

Maintain clean, tidy and safe areas and equipment. Establish and maintain housekeeping standards.

Duties and responsibilities

Ensures lines are properly set up in a timely manner and process parameters are maintained.

Ensure performance and efficiencies of all lines

Ensure the correct raw materials are being used.

Ensure that the product quality is correct.

Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained to a high standard.

In case of breakdowns ensure clean areas that are not accessible during normal running should be attended to

Make yourself available as much as possible to support other lines

Start-up quality checks

In-Process quality checks

Local material handling

Rewinds (prior to hot box)

Packing flat yarn spools

Competencies

Collaboration / team orientation: willingness and capacity to collaborate with others on a common goal

Efficiency of the work: ability to devote himself actively to completion of set tasks and assignments in order to deliver realistic performance or output in line with set requirements

Initiative: strongly orientated towards conducting business, towards initiating action of his own accord and not waiting (for others) any longer than is necessary

Quality awareness: achieves constant quality, detects problems, and makes adjustments within permitted norms. Anticipates problems, recognises hidden effects

Effort / involvement: able to tackle the tasks that need to be done, shows involvement and goodwill in order to achieve set goals, searches for (better) alternatives

Order / tidiness (and safety): ability to keep to the rules and regulations regarding order, tidiness and safety with proper care and attention

13/09/2021

JOB Vacancy - Verdol Operator - Immediate Start -

Job description
Start-up and produce on production lines according to budgeted levels of output and quality by following standard operating procedures and maintaining the company's safety standards

Ensure lines are properly set up in a timely manner and process parameters are maintained

Ensure performance and efficiencies of all lines

Ensure the correct raw materials are being used

Start up quality checks

Manufacture products ensuring that the product quality is correct

In-process quality checks

Pack completed goods ready for shipment/further processing

Rewinds where necessary

Basic tension rod repairs

Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained to a high standard. Maintain clean, tidy and safe areas and equipment.

In case of breakdowns ensure that clean areas that are not accessible during normal running are attended to

Work according to instructions and procedures

Make yourself available as much as possible to support other lines

Candidate must -

Have willingness and capacity to collaborate with others on a common goal

Have the ability to devote themselves actively to completion of set tasks and assignments in order to deliver realistic performance or output in line with set requirements

Be strongly orientated towards conducting business, towards initiating action of their own accord and not waiting (for others) any longer than is necessary

Be able to achieve constant quality, detect problems and make adjustments within permitted norms, anticipate problems and recognise hidden effects

Be able to tackle the tasks that need to be done, show involvement and goodwill in order to achieve set goals, and search for (better) alternatives

Have the ability to keep to the rules and regulations regarding safety, order and tidiness and with proper care and attention

Job Type: Full-time

22/08/2021

Verdol Operator position available

21/11/2019

Financial Accountant
Low & Bonar Dundee Limited
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Dundee based
Full-time, permanent role
£32k - £36k pa
We are a well-established manufacturer and exporter of Carpet Yarns, seeking a hands on Accountant to prepare and take responsibility for our financial accounting and reporting. We are a subsidiary of Low & Bonar PLC.
Reporting to the General Manager, you will manage one other accountant, who works on a part-time basis.
Key responsibilities will include, although not be limited to:
• Preparation of Monthly Management Accounts
• Preparation of monthly journals and balance sheet reconciliations
• Cash flow forecasting and management
• Overseeing the day to day sales ledger and VAT returns
• Post to and maintain the Purchase Ledger
• Post to and reconcile multi-currency Bank Accounts
• Practical experience of payroll
• Assist General Manager with Budget/Forecasting
• Working with Management Team to review monthly budget v actual costs
• Liaison with statutory Auditors
• Supporting Management Team with any ad hoc duties and on-site projects
The ideal candidate will:
• have experience of day to day financial accounting and processing
• be professionally qualified, or qualified by experience
• have manufacturing experience, though not essential
• have good written and verbal communication skills
• be IT competent (Microsoft), with previous experience of Oracle ERP systems an advantage
• be a self-starter, able to work on their own, and see projects to a conclusion
• be motivated and pro-active in terms of business improvements
The Financial Accountant will work full-time Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
To apply for this position please email your CV, confirming your salary expectations and notice period.
Contact : [email protected]
Closing date: Friday 6th December

18/03/2019

Office Manager March 2019
Part time 17.5 hrs /Wk
Normal working hours 9:00 - 12:30
Salary £ Competitive

This is an office based role with a wide range of tasks. Responsibilities include the following areas

General Office Administration.
Daily management of the office facilities which includes :
Purchase ordering of Office & Factory supplies, PPE, Production raw materials & Maintenance items
Assist Management Team
Control over Office based contracts for Telephones, Cleaners, photo copiers etc
Attend to visitors to site.
Direction of telephone enquires
Attending to incoming/ outgoing packages & mail.

Customer Services Dept
Assisting with Customer Service including Sales orders input to ERP system

Purchasing
Place and enter into ERP system orders for raw materials & packaging.
Liaise with suppliers to schedule & expedite orders, maintain documentation.
Purchase & control PPE

Travel
Booking travel for staff, eg Flights, hotels, car hire as and when required.

Human resources
Administration of HR related activities.

Please private message me for any queries.

05/03/2019

We are looking for Shift Maintenance Electrician

Electrical upkeep of Plant and Equipment in a traditional manufacturing facility

Working conditions
• 12 Hr Shift (Continental) 5/2 shift pattern
• Both individually and as part of a multi-skilled team

Candidates must:
• Have completed a full apprenticeship.
• Electrical Qualifications such as City and Guilds, NVQ or equivalent or 17th Edition
• Current knowledge of typical Health & Safety working regulations within a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience working as a Maintenance Engineer / Electrician in an Industrial manufacturing environment
• The ability to read and work from technical drawings for electrics and mechanical systems etc
• Other than safety equipment , candidates must supply their own tools
• Be fully conversant with the latest wiring regulations
• Flexibility towards working hours / emergency call-outs etc
• Speak English
The candidate will be expected to :
• Be first-line contact for immediate reaction to emergency break-down on plant, equipment and buildings diagnosing problems as quickly as possible.
• Effectively manage break-down and/or failure of equipment and plant by taking appropriate remedial action
• Liaise with Shift Leaders, production and operations managers to inform them of progress of break-downs.
• Undertake replacement of parts for emergency break-downs/equipment failures.
• Identify replacement/ new parts as required for purchasing.
• Carry out a safe system of work for Predictive, Preventative and Planned Maintenance as required.
• Carry out checks on machinery/plant/equipment in accordance with planned maintenance each month.
• Undertake projects requested by the Maintenance Manager
• Undertake necessary maintenance/break-down repairs throughout all areas of the business e.g. manufacturing environments, offices and outdoor areas as required
• Accurate and timely completion of documentation to comply with all necessary standards and requirements.
• Working as part of any team and actively take part in team activities including Continuous Improvement activities
• Undertake any additional training to develop skills as the company requires
• To work in accordance with Company policies and practices
• To undertake any other duties as may be required within the scope of the role and participate as necessary in company initiatives and projects

Additionally
• A knowledge of Drives & Controls would be advantageous, although is not a necessity

Terms
• £30.7K including shift allowances
• 23 Shifts per annum paid annual leave
• Company pension scheme

Please send your CV to [email protected]

Closing date is 13/03/2019

14/01/2019

Carpet Fact: There are 4 types of typically used in carpet manufacture e.g. Polyamide, Polypropylene, Acrylic, Polyester

01/01/2019

Happy New Year from the Low & Bonar Dundee Ltd Team

27/12/2018

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25/12/2018

Merry Christmas from the Low & Bonar Dundee Ltd Team