Production Operative

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Production Operative for a top-tier manufacturer in Coventry. The ideal candidate has experience in a manufacturing setting, possesses strong organizational skills, and is committed to maintaining high-quality standards. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects within a renowned company that excels in the defence sector and commercial composites.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or production setting, particularly within the composites or defence industries is highly desirable.
• Ability to maintain high-quality standards.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Handle raw materials and ensure their proper delivery.
• Accurately place material shapes into various tools.
• Safely load tools, laminates, and preforms into machinery.
• Manage packing and labeling of finished products.
• Perform lay-up of composite materials and operate presses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Production Operative

Are you ready to join an industry-leading company that stands at the forefront of innovation, quality, and efficiency? With over 90 years of experience, this company is a pioneer in providing high-strength, lightweight, and fatigue-resistant products made from the world's most advanced composite materials. They are currently seeking a dedicated Production Operative to become an integral part of their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference, in an environment that fosters growth, learning, and excellence.

What You Will Do

• Handle raw materials, ensuring their proper delivery and setup for work streams.
• Accurately place cut material shapes into various tools including preform, moulding vac form, composite, and steel tooling.
• Safely load tools, laminates, and preforms into compression presses, ovens, or autoclaves.
• Carry out finishing and assembly of composite components.
• Manage the packing and labelling of finished products.
• Perform lay-up of composite materials and operate presses.
• Accurately record production data as required.

What You Will Bring

• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Previously worked as a production operative in a manufacturing enviroment
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Strong organizational skills and the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production setting, particularly within the composites or defence industries, is highly desirable.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn new skills.

This role would suit candidates who have prevously worked as a porduction operative, press operator, machine operator, machine setter.

Company Contribution & Industry Information

This role is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a company that is not just a leader in the defence sector but also a pioneer in commercial composites, serving industries such as medical, transport, aerospace, and energy. The Production Operative will play a crucial role in maintaining the company's reputation for excellence, delivering products that are up to 50% lighter than equivalent steel products while meeting the specific requirements of customers across various sectors.

Location

This position is based at the company's state-of-the-art facility in Coventry, renowned for its cutting-edge armour design and military vehicle integration capabilities.

Join Us

If you're passionate about making a tangible impact and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and making a difference. Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow with a company that is shaping the future of the industry.

Apply Now

Apply now to become the next Production Operative and embark on a rewarding career journey!

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