Production Operative - Engineering

Production Operative - Engineering; Warwick; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Nub News is seeking a Production Operative (Engineering) in Warwick to assemble hydraulic hoses for industrial and mobile applications. The role requires reading standard work instructions, precise measurement checks with gauges, and a hands-on, safety-conscious approach, contributing to on-time production and quality assurance.

Shifts run 6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm, rotating weekly with an early finish on Fridays.

Qualifications

• Recent or previous experience in a similar production/assembly position.
• Ability to read and follow written standard work instructions.
• Numeracy and confidence using gauges, including reading a vernier.
• A practical, hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Self-motivation and the ability to use your own initiative within set procedures.
• An understanding of safe working practices and a quality-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Fit and assemble hydraulic hoses, including attaching hose ends and crimp assemblies.
• Cut raw hose to length and check for defects such as damage or flattening.
• Regularly verify set dimensions against work instructions.
• Follow Standard Work instructions set by Production Supervision, working with minimum supervision.
• Complete and sign works orders at the end of each batch to confirm completion.
• Record any test failures and raise quality issues when needed.
• Support LEAN activities and contribute to problem-solving and team board updates.
• Work safely in hose assembly and test areas, following 5S practices.
• Carry out Basic Total Preventative Maintenance as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Numeracy

Tools

Vernier calipers

Job description

Production Operative (Engineering)

Location: Warwick

Shifts: 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm, rotating weekly and early finish Friday

Pay: £15.05 p/h

If you take pride in getting things right the first time, this is a hands‑on role where your attention to detail directly supports the safe, accurate assembly of hydraulic hoses for industrial and mobile applications. Our Client is hiring for a reputed client looking for someone who can work to standard instructions, spot defects early, and keep production moving with quality at the heart of every batch.

What you'll be doing:

• Fit and assemble hydraulic hoses, including attaching hose ends and crimp assemblies
• Cut raw hose to length and check for defects such as damage or flattening
• Regularly verify set dimensions against work instructions
• Follow Standard Work instructions set by Production Supervision, working with minimum supervision
• Complete and sign works orders at the end of each batch to confirm completion
• Record any test failures and raise quality issues when needed
• Support LEAN activities and contribute to problem-solving and team board updates
• Work safely in hose assembly and test areas, following 5S practices
• Carry out Basic Total Preventative Maintenance as required

What you'll bring:

• Recent or previous experience in a similar production/assembly position
• Ability to read and follow written standard work instructions
• Numeracy and confidence using gauges, including reading a vernier
• A practical, hands‑on approach to problem solving
• Self‑motivation and the ability to use your own initiative within set procedures
• An understanding of safe working practices and a quality‑focused mindset