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Ready to break the mould?
Ready to break the mould?
Sunday – Thursday, 21:45pm – 06:15am
Purpose of the job:
· Decanting of the raw materials into the moulding tool as per instructions.
· Producing a range of plastic products using a variety of machines in which to mould them.
· Following a strict process after the product is cooked. i.e. The use of formers, trimming.
· Housekeeping on a regular basis, ensuring the workplace is free from any potential safety risks.
· Ensure products meet the company’s quality standards.
· Use of power tools such as drills to assemble and create the products.
· Producing various kits to accompany products.
· Carry out ad hoc jobs when required.
Key Responsibilities:
· Housekeeping on a regular basis, ensuring the workplace is free from any potential safety risks.
· Ensure products meet the company’s quality standards.
· Use of power tools such as drills and other machinery to assemble and create the products.
· Producing various kits to accompany products.
· Weighing out power and delivering it to moulders in a timely manner.
· To abide by the Company Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) policies.
Key skills - Essential:
· Manual handling.
· Ability to handle physical work.
· Ability to do basic maths for Stock counting purposes.
· Awareness and application of health and safety working regulations.
· Ability to work in an environment where temperature can exceed the average.
Qualifications and Certification Required:
· Minimum of 2 GCSE or equivalent C and above including Maths and English.
Experience and Knowledge:
Essential:
· Ability to use hand tools.
· Working in a manual role.
Desirable:
· Fork lift truck experience
· Working within an ISO9000 and IS14001 environment
· Worked in a plastics industry
Our Values:
Commitment - Being dedicated and engaged
Empowerment - Enabling people to be effective in their work
Enjoyment - Reacting to situations in a way that avoids stress
Integrity - Always doing the right thing, even when no one is looking
Resilience - Able to adapt and overcome
Wellbeing - Able to be fully present both at work and in our personal life
Company
Jonesco (Preston) Ltd is a leading manufacturer of moulded plastic products, operating in three markets: vehicle, fire and environmental safety. Jonesco is a market leader in several European countries as well as shipping to over 60 countries worldwide. We operate from a 4-acre manufacturing site in Preston, Lancashire and a 3.7-acre distribution site nearby that employs around 155 employees. We also have a subsidiary company in Seclin, south of Lille, France that employs around 17 employees. The Jonesco group has a turnover of around £22m.
Why should you apply?
· Pension
· Free on-site car parking
· 25 days holiday/195 hours (including 4 days Christmas shutdown and plus 8 public holidays)
· Healthcare
· Additional leave purchase at 2 years'
· Free tea & coffee
Rotating shifts: Monday - Friday:
Week 1: 05:45am - 14:15pm.
Week 2: 13:45pm - 22:15pm.
Purpose of the job:
· Decanting of the raw materials into the moulding tool as per instructions.
· Producing a range of plastic products using a variety of machines in which to mould them.
· Following a strict process after the product is cooked. i.e. The use of formers, trimming.
· Housekeeping on a regular basis, ensuring the workplace is free from any potential safety risks.
· Ensure products meet the company’s quality standards.
· Use of power tools such as drills to assemble and create the products.
· Producing various kits to accompany products.
· Carry out ad hoc jobs when required.
Key Responsibilities:
· Housekeeping on a regular basis, ensuring the workplace is free from any potential safety risks.
· Ensure products meet the company’s quality standards.
· Use of power tools such as drills and other machinery to assemble and create the products.
· Producing various kits to accompany products.
· Weighing out power and delivering it to moulders in a timely manner.
· To abide by the Company Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) policies.
Key skills - Essential:
· Manual handling.
· Ability to handle physical work.
· Ability to do basic maths for Stock counting purposes.
· Awareness and application of health and safety working regulations.
· Ability to work in an environment where temperature can exceed the average.
Qualifications and Certification Required:
· Minimum of 2 GCSE or equivalent C and above including Maths and English.
Experience and Knowledge:
Essential:
· Ability to use hand tools.
· Working in a manual role.
Desirable:
· Fork lift truck experience.
· Working within an ISO9000 and IS14001 environment.
· Worked in a plastics industry.
Our Values:
Commitment - Being dedicated and engaged
Empowerment - Enabling people to be effective in their work
Enjoyment - Reacting to situations in a way that avoids stress
Integrity - Always doing the right thing, even when no one is looking
Resilience - Able to adapt and overcome
Wellbeing - Able to be fully present both at work and in our personal life
Why should you apply?
· Pension
· Free on-site car parking
· 25 days holiday/195 hours (including 4 days Christmas shutdown and plus 8 public holidays)
· Healthcare
· Additional leave purchase at 2 years'
· Free tea & coffee
· Pension.
· Car parking.
· 21 days holiday plus 4 days for Christmas shutdown and 8 Public holidays.
· Tea and coffee.
· Private healthcare.
· Additional leave purchase.
· Recognition scheme.
· Death in service scheme.
· Occupational Health service.
Role requirements:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mould Engineer to join our team. The individual will be responsible for performing mould changes and conducting both structural and cosmetic mould repairs, on and off the machine, alongside general mechanical tasks to support the Engineering teams as needed. This role is physically demanding and requires consistently high standards of workmanship, strong attention to detail, and strict compliance with all engineering and safety procedures.
Essential:
· Open minded and interested.
· Attention to detail.
· Manual dexterity / physical fitness.
· Accurate recording skills.
· Proactive approach.
· Confidence and concentration.
· English written and verbal.
· Maths working knowledge.
Desirable:
· Tooling knowledge.
· Formal engineering qualification (BTEC / C&G).
· Fork Lift Truck.
· Reach Truck.
· Sheet metal working.
· Use of abrasives / polishing in metalwork.
· Engineering background.
· Rotational Moulding.
What will your role look like?:
Mould Changing:
· Carrying out all mould changes including retrieval from and return to storage locations.
· Ensuring the mould is in good condition before fitting.
· Checking date stamps are correctly set where fitted.
· Ensuring that all machinery is left safe for use following a mould change.
· Maintaining high standards of safety at all times.
· Provision of the correct formers for each machine.
Mould Maintenance:
· Carrying out maintenance work on moulds including, but not restricted to:
· Running repairs on machine were necessary.
· Off machine repairs / refurbishment.
· Stellite (Hard facing – metal spraying) repairs.
· Door refurbishment / replacement.
· External refurbishment.
· Ice Blasting.
Other requirements:
· Machinery repairs (Roto rollers / plastic build up etc).
· Supporting the Engineering Team to carry out planned maintenance, breakdown assistance and 5S activities.
· Provide training and coaching to other team members.
· Housekeeping / 5S.
· Other duties required by the business.
· To abide by the Company Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) policies.
Our Values:
Commitment - Being dedicated and engaged.
Empowerment - Enabling people to be effective in their work.
Enjoyment - Reacting to situations in a way that avoids stress.
Integrity - Always doing the right thing, even when no one is looking.
Resilience - Able to adapt and overcome.
Wellbeing - Able to be fully present both at work and in our personal life.
Company
Jonesco (Preston) Ltd is a leading manufacturer of moulded plastic products, operating in three markets: vehicle, fire and environmental safety. Jonesco is a market leader in several European countries as well as shipping to over 60 countries worldwide. We operate from a 4-acre manufacturing site in Preston, Lancashire and a 3.7-acre distribution site nearby that employs around 155 employees. We also have a subsidiary company in Seclin, south of Lille, France that employs around 17 employees. The Jonesco group has a turnover of around £22m.
Jonesco are certified to ISO 14001 (Environmental) and 9001 (Quality) management systems. Jonesco are currently in the process of achieving 450001 (H&S Management systems). They are also Investors in People Accredited.
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Remuneration: Salaried.
Benefits: Pension, 25 days holiday plus 8 public holidays, additional leave purchase scheme, tea and coffee, on-site parking, healthcare scheme, death in service scheme.
Working Pattern: 39.5 hours, Monday to Friday (8:00am -17:00pm with 16.00pm finish Fridays) with working pattern flexibility & hybrid working (option to work 1-2 days at home) Core hours as stated but additional to suit business demand are expected.
Job Overview:
Highly motivated and experienced Market Researcher who will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and strategic growth. Responsible for identifying opportunities for new product development in both existing and untapped markets, using research insights to guide design, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
· Conduct comprehensive market research and competitor analysis across relevant sectors – particular emphasis on UK, Europe, North America and Middle East Markets.
· Identify trends, customer needs, and emerging technologies in fire safety, vehicle components, and environmental products.
· Explore and evaluate potential new markets for roto moulded products.
· Proactively engage with end users through frequent site visits and on-location research.
· Provide actionable insights and strategic recommendations to support product innovation.
· Collaborate closely with the sales and design team to shape new product concepts.
· Develop business cases for new product ideas, including market sizing, pricing, competitor analysis and distribution analysis.
· Monitor the performance of new products and adjust research focus accordingly.
· Stay informed on global industry trends and regulatory development.
Key Skills:
Essential
· Advanced Market Research: Extensive experience designing and executing complex market research projects to uncover strategic trends, market shifts, emerging opportunities, and potential risks.
· Customer Intelligence & Engagement: Expertise in gathering and interpreting customer data to develop rich, actionable personas and behavioural insights. Proven ability to lead the development of customer satisfaction programs and facilitate in-depth focus groups and feedback events to influence product and marketing strategies.
· Product Development Insight: Strong understanding of the full product development lifecycle - from market validation and concept ideation through feasibility, prototyping, launch, and post-market performance tracking. Able to align product innovation with market demand and commercial objectives.
· Advanced Data Analytics: Highly proficient in analysing complex and large-scale datasets. Able to connect data to strategy, identifying meaningful patterns and opportunities that support high-impact decisions.
· Insightful Reporting & Visualisation: Skilled in crafting well-structured, insight-driven reports and dashboards for executive stakeholders.
· Strategic Influence & Planning: Demonstrated ability to contribute to and shape strategic initiatives by aligning market intelligence with organisational goals. Brings foresight into emerging markets, product positioning, and competitive advantage.
Desirable:
· Cost & Value Analysis: In-depth knowledge of cost modelling, pricing strategies, and profitability analysis. Supports commercial decision- making by evaluating ROI, margin potential, and cost structures of both new and existing products.
Experience and Knowledge:
Essential
· Strategic Communication: Advanced verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to distil and present complex market intelligence to senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders. Strong influencing and relationship-building abilities are essential.
· Analytical Rigor & Attention to Detail: Demonstrated expertise in conducting and interpreting high-level qualitative and quantitative research, ensuring precision in data interpretation, reporting, and product positioning.
· Project Leadership: Proven track record of leading multiple research initiatives simultaneously, with strong prioritisation, resource planning, and stakeholder coordination across departments and geographies.
· Innovation & Continuous Learning: A forward-thinking mindset with a passion for identifying disruptive trends, new methodologies, and emerging technologies in market research, product development, and data analytics.
· Leadership Experience: Ability to mentor junior researchers, lead cross-functional focus groups, and represent the company at industry events, customer meetings, and collaborative workshops.
· Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Market Research, Business, Economics, Innovation / Design or related field. Minimum 5+ years of hands-on market research experience, preferably within industrial manufacturing or B2B environments.
Desirable:
· Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of key sectors such as automotive safety, environmental protection, and fire safety.
· Regulatory & Commercial Awareness: Strong grasp of regulatory frameworks, market standards, and commercial viability in both domestic and international markets.
· Language Fluency: French both written & spoken would be an advantage.
Our Values:
Commitment - Being dedicated and engaged.
Empowerment - Enabling people to be effective in their work.
Enjoyment - Reacting to situations in a way that avoids stress.
Integrity - Always doing the right thing, even when no one is looking.
Resilience - Able to adapt and overcome.
Wellbeing - Able to be fully present both at work and in our personal life.
Company
Jonesco (Preston) Ltd is a leading manufacturer of high-quality rotationally moulded plastic products, serving the vehicle, fire safety, and environmental protection sectors. As a market leader in several European countries and exporting to over 60 countries worldwide, we have a strong global presence. Our operations are based at a 4-acre manufacturing facility in Preston, Lancashire, supported by a nearby 3.7-acre distribution site. The company employs approximately 152 staff in the UK, with an additional 17 employees at our subsidiary in Seclin, near Lille, France. The Jonesco Group generates an annual turnover of approximately £22 million.
Jonesco are certified to ISO 14001 (Environmental), 9001 (Quality) management systems and 450001 (H&S Management systems). They are also Investors in People Accredited.
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