Production Operative

605249
  • Negotiable
  • Wallingford, England
  • Permanent

General Description

Responsible for the build, test, and inspection of Jet Tender products, ensuring all work meets required quality and safety standards.

Main Duties

  • Assist in the assembly and finishing of moulded parts as directed by the Team Leader, maintaining high workmanship and quality standards.
  • Support the preparation of mouldings in line with the production schedule.
  • Assist in the preparation and bonding of boats.
  • Carry out cutting, grinding, and flow coating of bonded boats.
  • Support other areas of the manufacturing process as directed by the line supervisor.
  • Assist in the production of sub-assemblies as required.
  • Support the training of new and existing production operatives where needed.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workstation.
  • Operate in full compliance with company Health & Safety procedures and all related company policies.

Ancillary Duties

  • Undertake additional duties as required by senior management.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Good standard of general education.
  • Either:
    • Minimum 2 years' relevant practical experience, or
    • Engineering BTEC (or equivalent) with 1-2 years' experience in a similar environment.
  • Practical mindset with the ability to use conventional workshop hand and power tools.

Personal Attributes

  • Positive "can-do" attitude.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
  • Strong problem-solving ability.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to follow and relay instructions clearly.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Well organised with the ability to prioritise workload.
  • Strong work ethic.
  • Team player.

Working Hours

  • 37.5 hours per week
  • Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm

Benefits

  • 25 days annual leave (including 3 days reserved for Christmas shutdown)
  • Competitive pension scheme:
    • Year 1: 4% employee / 4% employer
    • After Year 1: 4% employee / 5% employer
  • Bonus scheme
  • Social club and activities
  • Cycle to Work scheme (after 1 year of service)
  • Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)

Lindsay Hughes Lead Consultant, Maritime Skilled Trades

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