Workshop Operative

Todd Hayes Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days per annum including 8 holidays

Free parking

Wellbeing Bundle (GP, mental health, 1

Discounts on shopping and leisure

Profit Share Bonus Scheme

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Todd Hayes Ltd is looking for a Workshop Operative to join their Norwich team on a full-time permanent basis. Working Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with overtime options, the role involves assisting with construction, production and assembly of cases and products using hand and power tools.

The successful candidate will have practical engineering aptitude, be reliable, adaptable, and able to work extended hours when required, with a preference for a clean driving license and the ability to

Qualifications

• Highly organised and able to work under high pressure during busy periods.
• Be able to reliably commute to the Norwich office.
• Have a flexible approach to working hours and be able to work extended hours when required.
• Clean or near clean driving license is preferable
• Understand basic engineering drawings, methods and terminology.
• Understand the principles of engineering and good working practices.
• Ability to make basic calculations around material dimensions and specifications without the use of a calculator
• Adaptable, reliable, tolerant and determined.

Responsibilities

• To assist with or complete the construction, production and assembly of cases and affiliated products using a variety of hand tools or power tools.
• To fabricate and assemble sub-assemblies with sufficient lead time to enable others to complete more complex products as scheduled
• Liaise with the Workshop Manager, to implement work schedules to ensure the timely completion of all sales orders
• Ensure a high standard of quality production with continuous improvement, reporting any problems or potential problems to the Workshop Manager
• Train to be able to carry out the maximum range of tasks, for which they are capable, within the workshop department
• Comply with all aspects of the Health and Safety procedures at all times.
• Ensure that all defined personal protection equipment is utilised within the workshop or for the safe use of hand held tools e.g. hand routers, grinders, etc
• Support and assist the Workshop Manager and other Machine operators/Finishers.
• Liaise closely with other production functions to resolve assembly queries

Skills

Engineering aptitude

Practical mindset

Reliable commuting

Flexible hours

Clean driving license

Engineering drawings

Good working practices

Mathematical ability

Job description

Workshop Operative

Our client, a successful manufacturing business, are currently seeking a Workshop Operative to join their team.

This is a full time permanent position, working in Norwich.

Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Overtime is also available

The ideal candidate will have a good engineering aptitude and will be of a practical nature and work ethic.

Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Highly organised and able to work under high pressure during busy periods.
• Be able to reliably commute to the Norwich office
• Have a flexible approach to working hours and be able to work extended hours when required.
• Clean or near clean driving license is preferable
• Understand basic engineering drawings, methods and terminology.
• Understand the principles of engineering and good working practices.
• Ability to make basic calculations around material dimensions and specifications without the use of a calculator
• Adaptable, reliable, tolerant and determined.

Key Responsibilities

• To assist with or complete the construction, production and assembly of cases and affiliated products using a variety of hand tools or power tools.
• To fabricate and assemble sub-assemblies with sufficient lead time to enable others to complete more complex products as scheduled
• Liaise with the Workshop Manager, to implement work schedules to ensure the timely completion of all sales orders
• Ensure a high standard of quality production with continuous improvement, reporting any problems or potential problems to the Workshop Manager
• Train to be able to carry out the maximum range of tasks, for which they are capable, within the workshop department
• Comply with all aspects of the Health and Safety procedures at all times.
• Ensure that all defined personal protection equipment is utilised within the workshop or for the safe use of hand held tools e.g. hand routers, grinders, etc
• Support and assist the Workshop Manager and other Machine operators/Finishers.
• Liaise closely with other production functions to resolve assembly queries

Benefits

• 32 days per annum, including 8 days for public holidays
• Free parking
• Employee benefit scheme which offers (to employee and immediate family members):
• a Wellbeing Bundle that includes 24/7 GP, mental health support, discounts on gym membership, financial advice, online exercise sessions, guides to eating healthily including recipes, plus a lot more.
• discounts and savings ranging from supermarket shopping, retailers (clothing, garden, pets, gaming, etc), eating out and takeaways, and Amazon, through to cinemas, days out, holidays, and lots more!
• Profit Share Bonus Scheme payable at the end of the financial year.
• Opportunity for employees who work well to develop their way up skill levels and receive pay increases accordingly.

Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.