Production Operative

Mansell Recruitment Group; Pulborough; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Twilight shift

20 hours per week

Job summary

Mansell Recruitment Group is seeking a hands-on, part-time Production Operative for an established engineering and manufacturing business in the UK. You will assemble, encapsulate and test electrical power supply units, ensuring quality, safety and performance standards.

The role covers mechanical assembly, soldering, testing and encapsulation with a focus on continuous improvement. Twilight shifts and 20 hours per week offer flexibility within a busy production environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in assembly or similar manufacturing environment.
• Soldering experience desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, bills of materials, and technical instructions.
• Good understanding of assembly processes.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Hands-on attitude with good communication and teamwork.
• Understanding of modern manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Build electromechanical sub-assemblies and finished products following materials, drawings and work instructions.
• Assemble and solder components to required standards.
• Test high-voltage power supply units in line with procedures and performance requirements.
• Complete test reports and production documentation accurately.
• Carry out encapsulation processes including sealing, priming and encapsulating assemblies.
• Clean, prepare and package finished products following COSHH procedures and PPE.
• Identify and report non-conforming products, raise rework records and request materials as needed.
• Follow quality procedures, workmanship standards and static handling precautions.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Work with the wider production team to hit departmental targets and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Soldering

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Manufacturing

Quality procedures

Job description

The Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a hands-on part-time Production Operative to join an established engineering and manufacturing business.

Working within a specialist manufacturing environment, you will be responsible for assembling, encapsulating and testing electrical power supply units, ensuring all products meet the required quality, safety and performance standards.

This is a multi-skilled role offering variety across different areas of production, including mechanical assembly, soldering, testing and encapsulation.

Key Responsibilities

• Build electromechanical sub-assemblies and finished products, following bills of materials, engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Assemble and solder components to the required standards.
• Test high-voltage power supply units in line with specified procedures and performance requirements.
• Complete test reports and production documentation accurately.
• Carry out encapsulation processes, including sealing, priming and encapsulating assemblies.
• Clean, prepare and package finished products, following relevant COSHH procedures and using the appropriate PPE.
• Identify and report non-conforming products, raising rework records and requesting materials where required.
• Follow quality procedures, workmanship standards and static handling precautions.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Work closely with the wider production team to achieve departmental targets and support continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

Previous experience in assembly or a similar manufacturing environment.

Soldering experience would be desirable.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, bills of materials, and technical instructions.

Good understanding of assembly processes.

Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.

A hands-on attitude with good communication and teamwork skills.

An understanding of modern manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement.

The Package

£14.35 per hour.

Permanent, part-time position.

20 hours per week, Monday to Thursday.

Twilight shift: 3:00pm – 8:00pm.

Opportunity to develop skills across a range of manufacturing processes within an established engineering environment