Production Worker

Production Worker

Shift Times:
Monday
- Friday 37.5 Hours

Pay Rate: £12.21ph rising to £12.65 after 12 weeks on site

Location:

Poole, BH17 0RZ

We are seeking an experienced Production Operative to join our established team manufacturing high-quality gas detection products. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of production practices and procedures, be highly quality-focused, and work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

• Assemble gas detection products from multiple subassemblies using mechanical assembly techniques and/or soldering of component parts.
• Test and calibrate subassemblies on the production line to ensure they meet product specifications and tolerance requirements.
• Record process yields to support quality monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Identify and repair units that fail tests or fall outside of tolerance levels.
• Carry out daily checks on assembly processes, ensuring all process metrics are followed.
• Work safely and proactively contribute to a strong safety culture through safety observations.
• Actively participate in Honeywell Operating System (HOS), 5S housekeeping, Kaizen continuous improvements, and SQDCI metrics.
• Perform potting/encapsulation operations as a primary responsibility.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Apprenticeship or formal training in a relevant technical/production field may be required.
• Previous experience in a similar production or assembly environment, with proven capability in the field.

• Good understanding of common production concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Strong communication skills, particularly due to working with Excel 1.0 and Excel 2.0.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and established guidelines.
• Team-oriented, reliable, and able to work to tight deadlines.
• Works under immediate supervision and reports to a supervisor or manager.

• Lifting generally up to 30 lbs., without significant repetition.
• Moderate exposure to machinery and general production-related risks.
• Operation of powered industrial trucks may be required, depending on production needs.
• Must be able to fit well into an established, experienced production team.