Production Operative

As a Production Operative, you will be responsible for manufacturing and assembling products (fuel tanks and floatation devices for helicopters) following standard working processes and adhering to required specifications.

The Operator role has numerous skills needing to be demonstrated across our operation departments. The Operator role is to make, manufacture and deliver work upon customer demand. Specific departments will include production of sub assembly and making material for fuel tanks and flotation devices.

• Cutting and marking material using templates
• Following and understanding technical drawings
• Using adhesives, solvents and chemicals
• Able to use welding machines, large machines and presses
• Working in confined spaces and at heights
• Use of milling and mixing machines
• Examining material to ensure fit for purpose
• Completing route cards and being 100% compliant
• Use of lifting forks
• Using small handheld tools
• Painting tanks

• Able to work in confined spaces
• Able to pay close attention to detail
• Able to follow instructions
• Strong Health & safety awareness & PPE adherence (safety shoes, overalls and safety glasses)
• Adhere to Safety rules and do not deviate for short cuts or quick fixes
• Able to use & work with strong smelling chemicals
• Able to work with pro-longed sitting and standing in some areas
• Strong verbal, written & reading communication skills in English

• Experience in manufacturing
• Using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)