Assembly Operative
Our client, a successful manufacturing business close to Norwich, are currently seeking a Assembly Operative to join their team.
This is a full time permanent position, working in Norwich.
Hours:
Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
There is also the requirement to work on Saturdays until 1 PM.
Due to seasonal variations within the business, these hours may be increased in the winter or reduced in the summer.
The ideal candidate will have a good engineering aptitude and will be of a practical nature and work ethic.
Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
* Highly organised and able to work under high pressure during busy periods.
* Be able to reliably commute to the Norwich office
* Have a flexible approach to working hours and be able to work extended hours when required.
* Clean or near clean driving license is preferable
* Understand basic engineering drawings, methods and terminology.
* Understand the principles of engineering and good working practices.
* Ability to make basic calculations around material dimensions and specifications without the use of a calculator
* Able to get on with others and a team player
* Adaptable, reliable, tolerant and determined.
Key Responsibilities:
* To assist with or complete the construction, production and assembly of cases and affiliated products using a variety of hand tools or power tools.
* To fabricate and assemble sub-assemblies with sufficient lead time to enable others to complete more complex products as scheduled
* Liaise with the Workshop Manager, to implement work schedules to ensure the timely completion of all sales orders
* Ensure a high standard of quality production with continuous improvement, reporting any problems or potential problems to the Workshop Manager
* Train to be able to carry out the maximum range of tasks, for which they are capable, within the workshop department
* Comply with all aspects of the Health and Safety procedures at all times.
* Ensure that all defined personal protection equipment is utilised within the workshop or for the safe use of hand held tools e.g. hand routers, grinders, etc
* Support and assist the Workshop Manager and other Machine operators/Finishers.
* Liaise closely with other production functions to resolve assembly queries
HOLIDAYS: 32 days per annum, including 8 days for public holidays, 3 or 4 days to be taken over Christmas shut-down
For further details on this exciting opportunity, please forward a copy of your CV today!
Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the large number of applications we receive I’m afraid we are unable to respond to everyone individually however your details will remain on file should another suitable opportunity become available moving forward.
If we can take your application further, we will of course be in touch.
Todd Hayes is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Todd Hayes Ltd