Production Operative

Are you a production operative who has experience working within an Engineering environment? Do you know your way around a CNC Workshop? Then we may have your next permanent position! We are looking to appoint a Production Operative who will be working alongside engineers and supporting the CNC operatives. This is a permanent position with a well established and busy engineering business. The company have over 40 years of history behind then and have a great reputation in the engineering sector. This is a practical, hands on position suited to individuals with previous experience in a CNC Machining or workshop setting. The successful candidate will support the production teams by carrying out a range of general engineering tasks along with: * Carry out drilling, tapping, reaming and jigsaw work * Maintain bench tools and keep documentation up to date * Look after the vibro bowl feeder and organise shelving for part done and completed items * Assist with CNC machine cleaning and monitor tooling, consumables and equipment levels * Check incoming materials for dimensions, PO details, part and contract numbers, and certification requirements * Deburr and dress parts, including bead blasting and rubbing up * Record all necessary information and place parts and paperwork in the correct locations * Break down pallets and dispose of waste appropriately when required * Bring in deliveries, respond to the goods in buzzer, and decide whether to record, store, or notify the Purchasing Manager * Clean parts using degreasers, detergents, water and thinners, and maintain the cleaning station and equipment * Keep work areas tidy and free from hazards or spillages * Manage waste, including emptying bins and swarf areas, and disposing of compressor water * Notify the Purchasing Manager when swarf bins or liquid IBCs need collection * Support packaging of parts and materials We need the new person to be able to "hit the ground running". Therefore, to be considered, we need you to have/be: * Understanding of the critical importance of precision and strict quality standards within CNC Driven Manufacturing. * Previous experience in a CNC Machining, workshop or engineering environment * Confidence using hand tools, grinders and similar workshop equipment * Reliable, dependable, and able to maintain consistent standards of work * Strong attention to detail with good organisational skills * Clear and effective communication skills * Comfortable working independently as well as supporting wider teams * Positive, flexible attitude with a willingness to learn * Basic drawing interpretation and computer literacy Here are the pay details and other benefits of this permanent position: * £12.71 - £13.00 per hour (salary of between £25000 - £28000) * Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm & Friday 8am - 2:30pm * Permanent position from day one * Overtime may be offered * An excellent working environment * Free on site parking * 23 days' holiday + Bank Hols * Other E