General Operative

Red King Resourcing; Daventry; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Red King Resourcing is seeking a reliable General Operative to join a busy automotive manufacturing environment. You will support finishing, assembly, inspection and general shopfloor duties, ensuring high quality through adherence to procedures and ISO standards.

Role involves deburring, washing and assembling components, performing measurements with micrometers/verniers, packing and paperwork, with opportunities to learn across production areas.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production or engineering.
• Experience with metal components or automotive/batch-controlled environment beneficial.
• Familiarity with micrometers and verniers desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deburr, wash, assemble, mark and hone metal components.
• Carry out pressure testing using approved equipment and procedures.
• Inspect finished components to meet quality standards.
• Perform in-process inspections using measurement tools and refer to CMM reports.
• Complete production duties including packing, counting and component prep.
• Support loading/unloading materials where authorised.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment following 5S.
• Complete paperwork per ISO 9001 requirements.
• Report defects or quality concerns to supervisor.
• Adhere to health and safety policies; work with team.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Metal components experience

Measuring equipment

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Paperwork accuracy

Independent working

Team collaboration

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

Job description

General Operative

Automotive Manufacturing | Engineering | Production

The Opportunity

We are recruiting a reliable and detail-oriented General Operative to join an established manufacturing business producing automotive components.

This is a hands-on role within a busy engineering and manufacturing environment, supporting the production of high-quality components through a range of finishing, assembly, inspection and general shopfloor duties.

The successful candidate will take pride in their work, follow manufacturing procedures and maintain high standards of quality, health and safety. Previous experience in manufacturing, engineering or a similar environment would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Deburr, wash, assemble, mark and hone metal components as required.
• Carry out pressure testing using approved testing equipment and procedures.
• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Undertake in-process inspections using measuring equipment, including micrometres and verniers, and refer to coordinate measuring machine (CMM) reports where required.
• Complete general production duties, including packing, counting and preparing components.
• Assist with loading and unloading materials and parts where authorised.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment, following 5S principles.
• Complete production paperwork accurately in line with ISO 9001 quality requirements.
• Report any defects, non-conformities or quality concerns to the supervisor promptly.
• Follow all company health and safety policies, procedures and instructions.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support other production areas when required.

Requirements

Experience and skills

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production or engineering environment.
• Experience working with metal components or within an automotive or batch-controlled manufacturing environment would be beneficial.
• Familiarity with measuring equipment, such as micrometres and verniers, is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions and production procedures.
• Good written and verbal English, with sound reading and numerical skills.
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately and work independently when required.

Personal qualities

• Reliable, conscientious and committed to producing quality work.
• Good concentration and a practical, hands-on approach.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new tasks.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexible and willing to work across different areas of the shopfloor to meet production requirements.
• Able to take initiative while following instructions from supervisors.

Working Environment

You will be working as part of a production team in a manufacturing environment where quality, safety, teamwork and efficiency are important.

The role offers variety, with opportunities to develop experience across different manufacturing and component-processing activities.

Additional Information

• Overtime may be available or required depending on business needs.
• Flexibility to support different production areas is essential.