Production Associate (PM Shift)

Dellner Woodville Ltd; Swalwell; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Dellner Woodville Ltd in Littlehampton seeks a Production Associate (Turning & Grinding) for the PM shift. You will operate CNC machines, grinders and stress-relief equipment to meet quality specs and production targets.

Key tasks include setting up machines, inspecting components with verniers/micrometers, and recording process data. You’ll work safely, follow drawings, and contribute to continuous improvement in a busy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment (Essential).
• Ability to follow engineering drawings, work instructions and quality requirements (Essential).
• Experience using measuring equipment such as verniers and micrometers (Essential).
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality (Essential).
• Understanding of safe machinery operation (Essential).
• CNC, centreless grinding or metal stress-relieving experience (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines, centreless grinders and metal stress-relieving equipment in accordance with approved work instructions and procedures.
• Set up machinery and make adjustments where trained and authorised.
• Inspect components using measuring equipment to ensure they meet dimensions and quality standards.
• Follow stress-relieving process parameters and complete required records.
• Monitor machine performance and report faults or delays to Team Leader.
• Maintain production records and traceability.
• Follow health and safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Maintain 5S standards and housekeeping.
• Minimise scrap and downtime while meeting output targets.
• Work flexibly across production and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Follow engineering drawings

Measuring equipment

Attention to detail

Safe machinery operation

CNC/Grinding experience

Tools

CNC machines

Centreless grinders

Metal stress-relieving equipment

Verniers and micrometers

Job description

We are looking for a Production Associate (Turning & Grinding) to join our Production team in Littlehampton on the PM shift.

You will operate machinery and equipment safely and efficiently, ensuring components meet required quality standards, engineering specifications and production targets.

Description

What you’ll do:

• Operate CNC machines, centreless grinders and metal stress-relieving equipment in accordance with approved work instructions and procedures
• Set up machinery and make adjustments where trained and authorised
• Inspect components using appropriate measuring equipment to ensure they meet specified dimensions and quality standards
• Follow the correct stress-relieving process parameters and complete all required process records
• Monitor machine performance and report faults, quality issues or production delays to the Team Leader
• Maintain accurate production records and ensure full component traceability
• Follow all health and safety procedures and wear the required PPE
• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S standards within the work area
• Minimise scrap, rework and downtime while achieving planned production output
• Work flexibly across production operations where trained and competent, support continuous improvement activities, and undertake other reasonable production duties as required

What we are looking for:

• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment (Essential)
• Ability to follow engineering drawings, work instructions and quality requirements (Essential)
• Experience using measuring equipment, such as verniers and micrometers (Essential)
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality (Essential)
• Understanding of safe machinery operation (Essential)
• CNC, centreless grinding or metal stress-relieving experience (Desirable)

Why Join Us?

We’re a dynamic, forward-thinking company that values commitment, innovation, team spirit, and joy. Here, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact, share ideas, and grow in a supportive environment.

We celebrate success, encourage creativity, and work together to deliver world-class solutions. Join us and be part of a passionate team shaping the future.