Main Purpose of the Role:
The Production Operative works as part of the Production Department. The Production Operative will be required to carry out production tasks associated with the manufacturing process.
Main Tasks and Duties:
* Preparing/masking assemblies for conformal coat
* Conformal coat application and touch up – to customer specifications
* Kit up and prepare assemblies for selective solder
* De-panelling assemblies and ensuring cleanliness is maintained
* Packing finished product to customer requirements
* Delivering finished product to customers - Clean driving Licence needed
* Ability to follow instructions and diagrams
* Good document housekeeping
* Work to tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy
* Maintain and follow internal processes and procedures
* Must be reliable, conscientious and hard working
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Strive to meet zero defects
* Comply with ESD procedures
* Complete internal courses as required
* Ensure that the working area is kept clean and tidy at all times
* Play an active part in problem solving and process improvements
* From time to time, you may be requested to carry out other tasks. These tasks will be within your capabilities or carried out with training or supervision.
Person Specification:
Qualifications:
* IPC610 or willingness to achieve
Skills and Abilities:
* Excellent hand-to-eye coordination
* High levels of accuracy and completeness
* Good communication
* Attention to detail
* Organised
Experience and Knowledge:
* A good understanding of electronics is desirable
* Basic computer skills
* Previous experience in electronic manufacturing is desirable
* Previous hand assembly work, particularly Surface Mount or Through Hole is desirable
* Previous inspection experience (in any industry) is desirable
Personal Qualities:
* Willing to work as part of a team
* Adaptable to change
* Demonstrates a 'can do' attitude
* High safety awareness of self and others
Competencies Required of all Staff:
* All staff are required to champion and embrace the Prototype Electronics company Ethos and Values. You must be Flexible, Willing, Professional, and hold yourself to Impeccable Quality Standards.
About Us:
We go the extra mile to stay ahead of our competition, always
Our business is based on being Customer Obsessed, we pride ourselves on our Impeccable Quality, Responsiveness and Flexibility.
We offer a Professional, Modern approach to electronics manufacturing, and have invested heavily in state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques, as well as investment into our people to make sure we stay ahead of our competition, as a result we offer the following rewards:
* 4 Day working week (Production staff)
* 150% Overtime rate, or bank as TOIL.
* Christmas Bonus.
* Subsidised car wash scheme.
* Payday Lottery – Excellent Prizes to be won every Payday.
* Employee led social committee, organising various activities – I.e. Water sports, Go-Karting, Skittles night, Burger night, Comedy nights etc. (all paid for by the company)
* Paid for Christmas Party.
* Carry 2 weeks holiday into following year.
* Free On-site parking.
* Free Tea and Coffee.
* Additional holiday at 3yrs, 5yrs, 10yrs and 15yrs service.
* Christmas Shutdown, paid for by us. (25th Dec to 1st Jan, plus Bank Holidays)
* Pay Bonus at 5yrs Service. (1 week)
* Pay or Holiday Bonus at 10yrs Service (1 week)
* Pay or holiday Bonus at 15yrs Service (1 week)
* BUPA Cash Plan
* Employee Assistance Programme
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Do you currently have the right to work in the UK?
* Will you require visa sponsorship now or in the future?
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 03/10/2025