Production Operative Job at Stevenswood (Lenwade)

Production Operative

Stevenswood

Location:
United Kingdom , Lenwade

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

12.76 - 13.81 GBP / Hour

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Job Description:

We are delighted to announce that we have exciting opportunities for Production Operatives to join our team in Lenwade on a permanent basis. You will be reporting to the Production Shift Manager and working as part of a busy team, you will manufacture uPVC window and door products.

Job Responsibility:

Set up and operate machinery and equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures to meet production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements
Perform assembly, cutting, welding, or other fabrication tasks as required
Inspect finished products for defects and ensure they meet quality specifications
Collaborate within the Production team with a ‘right first time’ attitude to ensure we meet customer orders on time, in full, while keeping wastage to a minimum
Support Continuous Improvement projects to streamline production processes and improve efficiency
Work to Lean manufacturing principles to maintain site organisation and housekeeping – Store all materials, tools, finished products and equipment in the designated areas
Maintain a safe, secure, and compliant environment by operating within Company systems, policies, and procedures
Demonstrate our company vision and values
Window frame handling, storage and loading using safe manual handling
Cutting uPVC profiles using a Stuga saw machine
Reinforcing and welding the window frames
Attaching handles and mechanisms using hand and air tools
Beading and glazing the windows

Requirements:

Experience gained within an assembly style manufacturing environment is essential
Specific experience of window fabrication is highly desirable, but not essential as training will be provided
Experience and ability with hand-held power tools is highly advantageous
Manual handling experience of heavy loads is required as there will be some lifting
A proactive approach to tasks and the ability to work effectively in a busy, target driven environment
The successful candidate with possess a reasonable level of numeracy and literacy as well as good communication skills, with the ability to follow written & verbal instructions
Attention to detail, and a ‘right first time’ attitude

Nice to have:

Specific experience of window fabrication
Experience and ability with hand-held power tools

What we offer:

Weekly bonus scheme based on achieving targets
£20 per week shift allowance (PM shift only)
22 days annual leave, increasing to 25 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays
Option to purchase up to 2 additional holiday days per year
Clear progression opportunities within the role
Company pension scheme
Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
One day of paid volunteering leave to support a charity of your choice