Internal Job Title: Production Operative
Location: Thame, UK
Job Purpose:
To provide a highly flexible response to variations in demand with minimum supervision, carrying out production activities relating to the manufacture of components and assembly of product.
Business Overview:
Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specializes in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial, and commercial applications.
Key Accountabilities:
* Work with minimum supervision in any area of component manufacturing, product assembly, wiring, and testing as required to meet delivery requirements.
* Carry out component manufacturing and product assembly to meet requirements documented in build instructions, drawings, BOMs, or other related documents.
* Ensure all activities satisfy Lucy quality standards or other applicable standards.
* Set up component manufacturing equipment (including EHRT, plating line, power presses) and product production areas to ensure efficient and effective operation.
* Maintain a safe, orderly, and clean work area.
* Ensure safe working practices are carried out at all times.
* Ensure that all components and products are stored tidily and correctly identified.
* Accurately maintain production records, product records, and other documentation.
* Liaise with Team Leaders to ensure stock levels are kept up to date.
* Ensure equipment is running efficiently with maximum use of materials, resources, and time.
* Maintain machinery and equipment as required by TPM programs.
* Alert the Production Manager or other appropriate staff of any plant or equipment maintenance issues.
* Take an active part in all team working and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Offer suggestions to the Team Leader/Line Manager to improve the efficiency and safety of production areas and equipment.
* Raise awareness of manufacturing problems with the Production Manager and collaborate with others to find and implement effective solutions.
* Use ERP and Teamcenter to produce Bills of Materials (BOM) as required.
Job Dimensions:
* The role will be based at Thame UK late shift (14:30 to 23:00 Monday to Thursday, 11:00 am to 16:00 Friday).
* The use of hand vibrating tools may be required.
* Ear, eye, and face protection and other PPE may need to be worn.
* Manual handling will be required.
Secondary Activities/Tasks:
* Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required/instructed to maintain and/or improve the efficiency, quality, and service provided by Production Services.
* Adhere to all Company Health & Safety Policies, Procedures, and Safe Working Practices.
* Attend Health Surveillance as appropriate.
* Participate in training courses and “on the job” training as appropriate to the development of job skills and mandatory Health & Safety requirements.
Experience, Knowledge & Skills:
* Previous experience setting up and using production equipment efficiently.
* Ability to interpret BOMs and analyze and work to drawings.
* Ability to problem-solve process issues and identify root causes and suggest solutions.
* Lean/Six Sigma qualification and experience.
* Knowledge of and experience using ERP and Teamcenter or other CAD software.
Qualifications:
* Able to demonstrate flexibility in attitude.
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