Production Operative
Location: RG30 3RR, located in Burghfield on the outskirts of Reading with free onsite parking .
Package: Non-negotiable starting salary of £24,728 with scope to progress to £35k+ dependant on training acquired and being deployed in an operational environment.
Working pattern: The role you have applied for operates to the below shift pattern:
Week 1 - Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:45
Week 2 - Monday to Thursday 06:00 - 14:45
Week 3 - Monday to Friday 14:15 - 23:00
Week 4 - Monday to Thursday 14:15 - 23:00
Let us introduce the role
AWE is currently recruiting for an Production Operative for the Operations Group
This role is ideally suited to a highly motivated individual who has a good understanding of health and safety and the need to follow process.
Working in operational environment, the successful candidate will be required to undertake:
- Technical assembly operations in line with AWE's mission
Who are we looking for?
We do need you to have the following:
Ability to work the above shift pattern.
A good understanding of health and safety.
Good dexterity with both hands and a keen eye for detail.
Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following:
A background in a production environment.
You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.
Please note ; That there may be a requirement to carryout numeracy, literacy and or manual dexterity testing.
These roles can be physically demanding, you will be required to pass a medical for general fitness and suitability to work with our unique materials, one key requirement is to have a BMI of under 35, this is a legal requirement for wearing respiratory protection
The role requires flexibility to move around the business at short notice and between AWE sites, the main two being Tadley and Burghfield.
Key Accountabilities:
Deliver a variety of hands on production and process operations in support of the programme.
Deliver safe operations by working in accordance with the Safe System of Work documentation and follows approved operating and Company procedures.
Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake hands on production and process operations within multiple environments such as manufacturing, science, engineering and logistics.
Compliance with job specific training requirements.
Responsible for operating safely and complying with all local relevant facility safety, operating and company procedures.
Reporting any malfunctions, abnormal conditions or issues.
Support and participate in continuous improvement activities.
Carry out 6s activities in line with business area requirements.
To complete all training and maintain level of competence required for core job, linked disciplines and specific assignments.
Work with others to form high performing teams.
Adopt a 'See It, Own It, Solve It' mind-set, by identifying obstacles to success and taking ownership to find solutions to those problems.
Responsible for undertaking other duties as reasonably required from time to time by line and task management, including work at other places within the UK or overseas; this will be done in consultation with you, and in accordance with any requirements contained in your Contract of Employment.
The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties as aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs; this may include additional roles as set out below (these are subject to your area of work, and where formally agreed by the individual):
e.g. First Aider; Ballistic First Aider; RA First Aider
Some reasons we think you'll love it here:
AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:
9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.
The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
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