Manufacturing Operative

Kalea.pe; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalea.pe is seeking experienced Manufacturing Operatives to join their expanding team in Swindon. Successful candidates will read blueprints, maintain quality control, and work with precision tools in a dynamic production environment. This role offers a full-time position with a standard 37.5-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions.
• Experience using tools like crimping and torque machines.
• Proven production operative experience as assembler preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read drawings and comprehend work instructions.
• Collect materials and tooling needed for assembly.
• Ensure quality output and maintain records.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Quality control principles

Good communication skills

Hand-eye coordination

Ability to use tools and machines

Attention to detail

Job description

Archers Recruitment are currently seeking experienced Manufacturing Operatives for an established partner in Swindon.

Our client is currently expanding following a period of doubled sales, which they envisage achieving again over the next 4 years. Having recently doubled their sq. ft. occupancy; it is a really exciting chapter for successful candidates to be a part of.

Responsibilities

Read drawings and comprehend work instructions and follow established procedures.

Collect all material, tooling and equipment needed to assemble the product.

Take precision measurements to ensure perfect fit of components.

Select or modify components according to measurements and specifications.

Check output to ensure highest quality.

Maintain equipment in good condition.

Keep records of production quantities and time taken to complete to assembly.

Report on issues, malfunctioning or defective parts.

Follow all company standards / procedures / work instructions relevant to the role.

Experience

Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints, drawings etc. (Essential)

Good understanding of quality control principles (Essential)

Good Communication Skills (verbal And Written) (Essential)

Excellent hand-eye coordination. (Essential)

Proven Production Operative Experience As Assembler. (Preferred)

Ability in using tools (e.g. crimping) and machines (e.g. torque tool) (Essential)

Previous Supervisory Experience (Desirable Not Essential)

Attributes

High level of attention detail.

Ability to work within a diverse team.

Willingness to work with a ‘can do’ flexible attitude and approach.

Adaptable and willing to learn.

Motivated and presentable.

Basic Working Hours

37.5 hour week.

Mon – Thurs 07:30 – 16:30.

Fri 07:30 – 12 noon.

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