Production Worker

Manpower UK Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in Poole is seeking an experienced Production Worker to join a team manufacturing high-quality gas detection products. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of production practices and work effectively as part of a collaborative team. Responsibilities include assembling products, testing subassemblies for quality, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives. A high school diploma is required, with further training preferred. The position offers a pay rate of £12.21ph rising to £12.65 after 12 weeks.

Qualifications

• Experienced Production Operative with knowledge of gas detection products and production practices.
• Strong focus on quality and safety procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble gas detection products using mechanical and soldering techniques.
• Test and calibrate subassemblies on the production line.
• Record process yields for quality monitoring.
• Identify and repair defective units.
• Carry out daily checks on assembly processes.
• Contribute to safety culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

Knowledge of production practices

Quality focus

Mechanical assembly techniques

Soldering skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Production Worker

Shift Times: Monday-Friday 37.5 Hours

Pay Rate: £12.21ph rising to £12.65 after 12 weeks on site

Location: Poole, BH17 0RZ

Job Purpose / Overview

We are seeking an experienced Production Operative to join our established team manufacturing high-quality gas detection products. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of production practices and procedures, be highly quality-focused, and work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Role Responsibilities

• Assemble gas detection products from multiple subassemblies using mechanical assembly techniques and / or soldering of component parts.
• Test and calibrate subassemblies on the production line to ensure they meet product specifications and tolerance requirements.
• Record process yields to support quality monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Identify and repair units that fail tests or fall outside of tolerance levels.
• Carry out daily checks on assembly processes, ensuring all process metrics are followed.
• Work safely and proactively contribute to a strong safety culture through safety observations.
• Actively participate in Honeywell Operating System (HOS), 5S housekeeping, Kaizen continuous improvements, and SQDCI metrics.
• Perform potting / encapsulation operations as a primary responsibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Apprenticeship or formal training in a relevant techni...