Production Operative – Full-Time (39 hours per week) Working Hours:

Monday to Thursday: 07:45 – 16:30
Friday: 07:45 – 15:00
30-minute unpaid lunch break
Two paid short breaks (AM & PM)

Pay Rate:

Starting at £12.78 per hour (please note: subject to change post-April annual review)
Opportunities to increase your hourly rate with additional responsibilities:
- +£0.50/hr for Team Leader responsibilities
- +£0.50/hr for Testing responsibilities (ideal for technically competent individuals or qualified gas engineers)
- Further skill-based premiums may be added over time
- Candidates with rare or specialist skills may be offered enhanced rates from the outset

Job Description As a Production Operative, your key responsibilities will include:

Mechanical and electrical assembly of water heaters, in line with build books, technical drawings, and management instruction
Performing pressure and leak testing
Conducting end-of-line function testing, including fault finding and basic rectification
Working both independently and as part of a small, efficient team
Maintaining high standards of quality and consistent repeatability in your work
Following all health and safety protocols
Carrying out other reasonable tasks across different areas of Production when required

Person Specification This hands-on, lead-by-example role would suit someone with a background in:

Gas appliance manufacturing
Equipment or machinery assembly
Complex mechanical builds, ideally with testing or team leadership experience

You should be:

Physically fit, as the role includes lifting and positioning heavier components
Detail-oriented, methodical, and able to meet deadlines
Reliable, trustworthy, and a strong team player
Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
Capable of reading and interpreting technical drawings
A strong communicator with a flexible approach – willing to support different areas such as electrical assembly, spares, sheet metal, or stores

Desirable qualifications and skills:

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, grade C or above
A forklift truck licence (beneficial, but not essential)

Progression Opportunity: Team Leader Role (£14.50/hr) For those seeking progression, the Shop Floor Supervisor role offers the first step into junior management and includes:

Organising labour and materials to meet or exceed production targets
Supporting senior management with proactive planning and performance improvement
Communicating clearly with management on production updates, team matters, and improvement opportunities
Leading by example in professionalism, integrity, and company standards
Managing team motivation, morale, and conflict resolution with discretion and fairness
Maintaining adherence to Health & Safety and company policy at all times
Taking ownership of problem-solving within your team or escalating appropriately

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone seeking a long-term role where growth, leadership, and specialist skills are recognised and rewarded.
If you’re a proactive, skilled assembler or technician who thrives in a fast-paced, high-quality production environment – we’d love to hear from you.

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