About the Company
Bedford Pumps is a leading UK manufacturer of high-capacity, engineered pumping solutions for the water, wastewater, flood defence and land drainage sectors. We design, build and test bespoke pumps in-house, delivering reliable, high-performance solutions for critical infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally.
About the Role
Working under supervision of shopfloor/stores personnel but reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Workshop Support Operative will be part of a small team responsible for supporting all production activities. You will also support ongoing initiatives to increase output, drive continuous improvement, and help maintain a clean, safe and hygienic working environment.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the pressure testing of various pump components in line with production schedule/build requirements
* Assist in the rigging and de-rigging of test arrangements, including insertion and removal of pumps
* Clean down, touch up/paint, and prepare pumps for dispatch following testing
* Support general operational activities within the workshop
* Use overhead cranes and forklift trucks to move large and heavy items around the workshop
* Load and unload vehicles as required
* Carry out general housekeeping and low-level maintenance of facilities
* Collect and deliver smaller parts
* Deliver parts from stores to workshop
* Ensure all tasks are carried out in line with company HSQE policies and procedures
* Carry out other tasks as reasonably requested by the company
Qualifications
* Experience working in a similar mechanical assembly environment
* Full driving licence
* Overhead crane qualification (training will be provided if required)
* Forklift licence (training will be provided if required)
Required Skills
* Able to work with minimal supervision
* Proactive and willing to learn
* Strong team player
* Commitment to health, safety, quality and environmental standards
* Good work ethic
* Honest, reliable, and trustworthy
* Strong attention to detail
* Good verbal communication skills
* Interest in continuous improvement activities