Production Operator

Production Operator
Letchworth, Hertfordshire
Up to £30,000 + Benefits

A growing engineering business based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire is looking for a Production Operator to join its expanding operations team.
The company designs and manufactures rugged, reliable power systems used in demanding environments across sectors including aerospace, defence and marine. With a strong order book and continued growth, this is an excellent opportunity to join a small but expanding engineering business.
This is a hands-on production role suited to someone with experience in electronic or mechanical assembly, soldering or wiring. Full training will be provided, with opportunities to develop your skills, gain further qualifications and progress within the business.
The Role
Working within the Operations team, you will be responsible for assembling products to the required quality standards and ensuring they are delivered on time.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Electronic assembly
• Soldering
• Cable and wiring assembly
• Mechanical assembly
• Surface-mount assembly (useful but not essential)
• Following production processes and work instructions
• Supporting materials processing, goods receipt and despatch
• Supporting equipment calibration and maintenance
• Contributing to continuous improvement projects
• Maintaining high standards of quality and health & safety

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is practical, reliable and keen to learn, with an interest in developing their career within an engineering and manufacturing environment.
Ideally, you'll have:

• Experience in electronic, electrical or mechanical assembly
• Soldering experience
• J-STD-001 qualification would be beneficial
• Experience with cable and wiring assembly
• Surface-mount assembly experience is advantageous but not essential
• Basic computer skills
• GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent
• Good attention to detail
• The ability to follow work instructions and procedures
• Good timekeeping and reliability
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A genuine desire to learn and progress

Training & Progression
Full training will be provided, with the opportunity to gain experience across different areas of the business.
There is also the opportunity to work towards higher-level qualifications through day release or other agreed arrangements, providing a clear route for development and progression.
What's On Offer?

• Salary up to £30,000
• Company pension with up to 5% employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme and healthcare
• 25 days' holiday + public holidays
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities to gain higher-level qualifications
• Genuine career progression within a growing engineering business

If you're an experienced Production Operator, Electronic Assembler or someone with hands-on assembly and soldering experience looking for your next opportunity, apply today or get in touch for more information.
Lewis Phillips
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