Manufacturing Operative - Path to Technician

Solid State PLC; Leominster; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme

26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays +

Pensions Plan

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Profit Share Scheme

All Employee Share Plan

Job summary

Steatite Antennas is recruiting for a Production Operative to join our growing team in Leominster. You will work in the production laboratory, supporting the manufacture of our antenna systems and developing into a Production Technician through structured training.

The role offers full in-house training, hands-on practice with assembly, and a clear career pathway, with emphasis on quality processes and documentation.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience is beneficial but not essential; full training will be provided.
• A hands-on role requiring accurate workmanship and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and develop into a Production Technician through structured training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and components for production.
• Build mechanical sub-assemblies and assemble higher-volume products.
• Read engineering drawings (full training provided) and carry out inspections.
• Complete production documentation and support stores and packing when required.

Skills

Practical skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Ability to follow instructions

Career mindset in manufacturing

Education

No formal qualifications required

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Steatite Antennas is recruiting for a Production Operative to join our growing team in Leominster. You will work in the production laboratory, supporting the manufacture of our antenna systems and developing into a Production Technician through structured training.

The role offers full in-house training, hands-on practice with assembly, and a clear career pathway, with emphasis on quality processes and documentation.