Position: Production Operative

Proactive are currently recruiting for a Production Operative to join an established and growing manufacturing business.

As a Production Operative, you'll be supporting a variety of manufacturing and workshop activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

Responsibilities:

Supporting day-to-day manufacturing and workshop activities across multiple areas of the business
Carrying out basic mechanical assembly work using technical drawings and work instructions
Operating workshop machinery and hand tools to complete manufacturing tasks
Carrying out basic metalworking operations, including drilling and tapping
Cutting materials to specification using appropriate workshop equipment
Preparing components for further manufacturing processes
Supporting surface preparation activities where required
Selecting and preparing components and materials for production
Packing completed work ready for dispatch
Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
Moving materials and finished products safely around the workplace

Skills:

Previous experience in a production, manufacturing or workshop environment is essential
Practical experience with hand tools and workshop equipment
Experience of basic metalworking
Ability to read and interpret technical or assembly drawings
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
Good communication and organisational skills
Ability to follow instructions from management and other members of the team
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use your own initiative
Good time management and ability to prioritise workload
Ability to work effectively with colleagues across different areas of the business
Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods
Physically capable of lifting and moving products weighing up to 15kg
Comfortable with bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching and stretching as part of the role
How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Victoria Pseftoudis on or call on +44 (0)(phone number removed).

Why work with Proactive?

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