Production Operative

Antrim Source: WhatJobs

£15–£30/hr

Are you looking to advance your career with a world-leading manufacturer while enjoying a structured 4-day workweek ?
We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our production team in Larne. This temporary-ongoing role offers a professional environment where you can develop your mechanical skills and work within a high-performing, lean manufacturing setting.
Job Title: Production Operative

Job Type : Temporary - Ongoing

Pay Rates:

Day Shift: 14.84/hr
Night Shift: 19.97/hr
Overtime Rate 1 (First 10 hours): 22.26/hr
Overtime Rate 2 (After 10 hours): 29.68/hr

Shift Patterns:
Hours per week: 37.5 hours (Monday to Thursday)
Day Shift :
Monday: 07:00 - 17:15
Tuesday - Thursday: 07:00 - 16:45
Night Shift :
Monday: 21:00 - 07:15
Tuesday - Thursday: 21:00 - 06:45
(Note: Shift times may vary slightly depending on your specific work area within the facility).

Key Responsibilities

Mechanically prepare substrates to required standards using power tools.
Clean, fettle, stripe coat, cut in, mask out, and prepare surfaces per specification.
Assemble sub-assemblies, options, and major components for generator sets using engineering prints and standard work instructions.
Move flexibly across key operational areas, including the machine shop, fettle/paint, paintline, and assembly stations.
Uphold strict compliance with safety, quality, 5S initiatives, and Caterpillar's Values in Action.
Support team growth by training peers when required and completing other operational duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Strong ability to follow and comprehend detailed written and verbal work instructions, procedures, and basic arithmetic.
Flexibility to work reasonable amounts of overtime and various shift patterns.
Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Desired Qualifications

Hands-on experience using hand/power tools and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Background in mechanical assembly, lean manufacturing, or working to fixed takt times.
A reasonable level of computer literacy for basic digital tracking and reporting.

Benefits & Perks

Full uniform and comprehensive PPE provided
Generous paid holiday entitlement
Thorough paid induction and continuous professional training
Free on-site car parking and subsidized canteen facilities
Auto-enrollment pension scheme
Exclusive access to the Randstad Benefits App (discounts, perks, and wellness tools)

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