Production Operative

Ad Warrior Ltd; Birmingham; Vor Ort; GBP 21.000 - 27.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

25 days holiday

Health Cash Plan

Company bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Learning & Development opportunities

Employee vouchers & discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye care vouchers

Wellbeing events

Recognition Portal

Company events

Zusammenfassung

Ad Warrior Ltd in Birmingham is seeking a motivated Production Operative to join our manufacturing team. In a busy production environment, you will support day-to-day operations, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards.

You will gain experience across multiple production functions, operate CNC machinery, assist with assembly, and help sustain smooth manufacturing processes while complying with health and safety requirements.

Qualifikationen

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience across multiple production activities including CNC support, assembly, goods-in, stock control and dispatch.
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklift trucks or willingness to obtain certifications.

Aufgaben

• Assemble components accurately in accordance with drawings, specifications and work instructions.
• Operate CNC machinery safely and effectively according to procedures.
• Record measurements and progress using a tablet, flag discrepancies.
• Use overhead cranes and forklifts to move materials between workstations.

Kenntnisse

Read drawings

CNC operation

Overhead crane

Forklift utilizado

Team player

Quality focus

Health & safety

Communication

Manual handling

Tools

Torque wrenches

Measuring equipment

Drills

Stock control systems

Jobbeschreibung

Production Operative

Location: Portersfield Road - Birmingham

Salary: Competitive

Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Production Operative to join our manufacturing team. Working as part of a busy production environment, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to‑day operations of the business, helping to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

This is a varied hands‑on role where you will gain experience across multiple production functions. You will operate and support CNC machinery, assist with assembly projects when required, and contribute to the smooth running of manufacturing operations.

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Thursday: 7.30am-4pm
• Friday: 7.30am-1.30pm

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Assemble components accurately in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Operate CNC machinery safely and effectively, following all training, operating procedures, and company guidelines.
• Record measurements, photographs, and build progress at each stage using a tablet, identifying and reporting any discrepancies against engineering drawings or specifications.
• Use overhead cranes and forklifts safely to transport materials and components to and from workstations.
• Work collaboratively as part of the production team, including undertaking paired or team-based tasks when required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area at all times, adhering to workplace housekeeping standards.
• Actively support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity while reducing waste.
• Ensure all materials and products being processed comply with company quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Handle materials and finished products safely and responsibly, preventing damage and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and company handling and storage procedures.
• Carry out Ratio Checks on all machined parts in accordance with the relevant Code of Practice (COP).
• Maintain full compliance with all customer specifications, order requirements, and quality standards.
• Ensure all stock, materials, and customer-owned components are accurately identified and labelled in line with company and customer requirements.
• Comply with all health, safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures, helping to maintain a safe working environment for colleagues, visitors, and contractors.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to undertake training across multiple production functions to support operational requirements.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties or responsibilities as required to meet business and operational needs.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Behaviours

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
• Willingness and ability to work across a range of production activities, including CNC machinery support, assembly, goods-in, stock control and dispatch functions.
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklift trucks, or a willingness to undertake training and gain the relevant certifications.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high‑quality work.
• Ability to work safely and follow established procedures and instructions.
• Strong team player with a flexible approach to supporting colleagues and business needs.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills to accurately complete paperwork and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production or warehouse environment.
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Behaviours

• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics environment.
• Experience using hand tools and workshop equipment, including drills, torque wrenches and measuring equipment.
• Experience using warehouse management or stock control systems.
• Understanding of quality control processes, product inspection techniques and non-conformance reporting.

Your benefits with us

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan
• Company bonus scheme
• Advantageous pension scheme
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Employee high street vouchers & discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational health & health surveillance
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas savings scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Wellbeing events
• Recognition Portal
• Rewards Portal
• Company events
• Company share schemes
• Christmas Closedown

Our Company Values

Our company values are the fundamental principles that guide our organization’s actions, culture, and decision‑making processes. Our values were created by our employees across all departments in the business and with people at all levels, creating authentic values that make sense to us and demonstrate how we like to work with each other. They serve as the foundation for our company’s identity, shaping how our employees interact with one another, customers, and the broader community.