Production Operative

Smart10Ltd; Welham Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Welham Green is seeking a Production Operative to assemble and test mechanical and electrical components. The role is focused on maintaining high safety and quality standards while achieving production targets. Candidates should have experience in manufacturing and possess strong interpersonal skills. Benefits include 25 days holiday, pension scheme, and private medical insurance, among others.

Benefits

25 days holiday, increasing to 28 after 2 years

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance (Bupa)

Death in service (3x)

Christmas closure

Early Friday finishes at 3pm

Cycle to work scheme

Gym membership salary sacrifice

Employee social events

Bonuses twice per year, discretionary

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is necessary.
• Ability to adapt to varying levels of demand.
• Capable of performing visual inspections and functional tests to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture mechanical and electrical components in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Meet set production targets and maintain required records.
• Operate machinery and equipment safely using appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Communicate effectively with team leaders to contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Strong work ethic with a focus on safety and quality

Awareness of health and safety procedures in a manufacturing setting

Ability to perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail

Organised and capable of maintaining a clean work environment

Manufacturing experience

Soldering experience

Good interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Production Operative to manufacture and prepare products; the role involves the assembly and testing of mechanical and electrical components!

Shift Hours: 7.30 to 16.15 Monday to Thursday, 07.30 to 15.00 Friday.

Hourly Salary: £12.80 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture mechanical and electrical components, sub-assemblies, and finished products in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Meet set production targets and adapt to varying levels of demand.
• Ensure high standards of workplace housekeeping and cleanliness.
• Operate machinery and equipment safely, using appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Perform visual inspections and functional tests during the production process to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Accurately complete production documentation and maintain required records.
• Work independently and as part of a team to achieve production goals.
• Communicate effectively with team leaders and the manufacturing manager to identify and resolve issues, and contribute to process improvements.
• Have previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Skills Required

• Strong work ethic with a focus on safety and quality.
• Awareness of health and safety procedures in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail.
• Organised and capable of maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe work environment.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Soldering experience.
• Good interpersonal skills; able to work collaboratively and support others.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days after 2 years of service.
• Pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance (Bupa).
• Death in service (3x).
• Christmas closure.
• Early Friday finishes at 3pm.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Gym membership salary sacrifice.
• Employee social events.
• Bonuses twice per year (discretionary based on individual and company performance).