Production Operative

Holt Engineering; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company benefits

Job summary

Holt Engineering, a leading aerospace parts manufacturer in the Salisbury area, is recruiting a Production Operative - Part Marking. You will mark components, read drawings and maintain traceable records in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

The role offers a stable, long-term position with competitive pay and benefits, opportunities for progression, and a strong emphasis on safety and accuracy within aerospace manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing or production.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately.
• Able to follow detailed work instructions and procedures.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Experience within aerospace, engineering, or precision manufacturing would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Mark aerospace components using marking equipment and processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and production documentation.
• Carry out visual inspections to ensure markings meet quality standards.
• Maintain accurate production records and ensure full traceability.
• Handle components carefully to prevent damage during the marking process.
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain excellent housekeeping standards.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to meet manufacturing deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read engineering drawings

Independent/team player

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Manufacturing experience

Quality-driven

Tools

Marking equipment

Job description

Are you looking to join a leading aerospace manufacturer where quality, precision, and attention to detail are at the heart of everything you do?

We are recruiting for a Production Operative - Part Marking to join a well-established aerospace manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with manufacturing or production experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities for the Production Operative:

• Mark aerospace components using approved marking equipment and processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and production documentation.
• Carry out visual inspections to ensure markings meet quality standards.
• Maintain accurate production records and ensure full traceability.
• Handle components carefully to prevent damage during the marking process.
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain excellent housekeeping standards.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to meet manufacturing deadlines.

What you will need for the Production Operative role:

• Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately.
• Comfortable following detailed work instructions and procedures.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Experience within aerospace, engineering, or precision manufacturing would be advantageous but is not essential.

What you will gain if you are successful in the Production Operative role:

• Opportunity to join a respected aerospace manufacturer.
• Competitive pay and company benefits.
• Stable, long-term position with opportunities to progress.

If you take pride in producing high-quality work and want to be part of a team supplying the aerospace industry, we'd love to hear from you.