Production Operative

Nicholas Associates; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Barnsley is looking for a Production Operative to join a supportive team. Your main responsibilities will include preparing castings to high standards, using precision tools, and adhering to strict quality procedures. Ideal candidates will have good manual skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude. The role offers a salary of £26,250 plus shift allowances, with multiple shift patterns available.

Qualifications

• Good manual skills and attention to detail required.
• Willingness to work overtime if needed.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Remove defects and excess material from castings using hand tools.
• Dress castings to meet drawing tolerances.
• Prepare castings for welding based on inspection results.
• Carry out weld mapping activities.
• Use measurement tools to ensure precision.
• De-burring and grinding castings.

Skills

Good manual skills

Attention to detail

Basic maths skills

Ability to operate overhead cranes

Ability to operate forklift trucks

Willingness to work overtime

Tools

Grinders

Burrs

Abrasive belts

Measurement tools

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Production Operative to join a small, supportive team. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you'll be responsible for preparing castings to a high standard, working with precision tools, and following strict quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Remove defects and excess material from castings using hand tools (grinders, burrs, abrasive belts).
• Dress castings to meet drawing tolerances.
• Prepare castings for welding based on inspection results.
• Carry out weld mapping activities.
• Use measurement tools (Callipers, micrometres, depth gauges).
• De-burring, grinding, and removing ceramic mould material.
• Work to tight tolerances and quality standards at all times.

Key Requirements

• Good manual skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work overtime if needed.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Basic maths skills.
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks.

Salary and Shifts

• Salary: £26,250 + shift allowance (depending on pattern worked).
• Shift 1: Mon-Thurs 6am-2pm, Fri 5am-1pm.
• Shift 2: Mon-Thurs 2pm-10pm, Fri 1pm-9pm (+% allowance).
• Shift 3: Sun-Fri 10pm-6am (+% allowance).

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we\'re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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