Production / Assembly Operative

Job Title: Production Operative

Location: Sandwich, Kent

Salary: £DOE

Hours: Week 1: Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16:45 | Week 2: Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16:45 / Friday 08:00 - 16:30

Our Client:
Are a leading provider of advanced electro-optical sensors and precision engineering solutions. With a rich history of over four decades, they specialise in delivering cutting-edge technology to meet the diverse needs of our global clientele. Their commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction has positioned them as a trusted partner in the defence and aerospace industries.

Role Summary:
To assemble simple and complex mechanical/electromechanical components in association with engineering drawings and written/verbal instructions, as directed and in accordance with company procedures and policies.

Benefits:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
9 day working fortnight (every other Friday off)
Matched pension contributions
Perkbox Discount Platform
Free parking onsite
Staff canteen with vending machines
Discovery Park discounts
Death in Service
Christmas Shutdown

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform assembly and testing of electro-optical components and systems with precision and attention to detail.
2. Conduct quality checks at various stages of the production process to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
3. Complete production records, maintain accurate documentation, and contribute to the continuous improvement of documentation processes.
4. Complete tasks in a safe working manner and in line with the company H/S policies.
5. Be fully competent in the safe use and application with various hand/bench tools.
6. Attend any training courses required by the company.
7. Full understanding of engineering drawings and work instructions.
8. Remain quality focused at all levels in mechanical/electromechanical assembly tasks.
9. Follow instructions from team members as well as Line Manager.
10. To undertake as required, customer and supplier visits.
11. Produce quality components in line with the companies required standards.

Experience and Skills Required:

1. Experience assembling mechanical/electromechanical parts.
2. Extensive use of hand tools and bench tools including torque drivers.
3. Experience with ESD procedures, desirable.
4. Effective communicator both written and orally.
5. Computer literate (MS Office packages).
6. Ability to problem solve.
7. Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
8. Understand the principles required to assemble simple and complex tasks.
9. Know how to use a wide selection of components to fully assemble quality sub-assemblies and final assemblies.
10. Have an understanding in the use of Loctite's and adhesives and the purpose of using them.
11. Be flexible to meet the needs of the business.
12. Work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
13. Be open and honest in your behaviour within the working environment.

Due to the nature of this business, all candidates will be required to undergo security clearance at SC level.

Next Steps:
If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie (Permanent Consultant) on (phone number removed).

Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details; if you successfully refer a friend you will receive a £50 voucher *terms apply*.

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