Production Operative – Full-Time (39 hours per week) Working Hours:
* Monday to Thursday: 07:45 – 16:30
* Friday: 07:45 – 15:00
* 30-minute unpaid lunch break
* Two paid short breaks (AM & PM)
Pay Rate:
* Starting at £12.78 per hour (please note: subject to change post-April annual review)
* Opportunities to increase your hourly rate with additional responsibilities:
o +£0.50/hr for Team Leader responsibilities
o +£0.50/hr for Testing responsibilities (ideal for technically competent individuals or qualified gas engineers)
o Further skill-based premiums may be added over time
o Candidates with rare or specialist skills may be offered enhanced rates from the outset
As a Production Operative, your key responsibilities will include:
* Mechanical and electrical assembly of water heaters, in line with build books, technical drawings, and management instruction
* Performing pressure and leak testing
* Conducting end-of-line function testing, including fault finding and basic rectification
* Working both independently and as part of a small, efficient team
* Maintaining high standards of quality and consistent repeatability in your work
* Following all health and safety protocols
* Carrying out other reasonable tasks across different areas of Production when required
Person Specification This hands-on, lead-by-example role would suit someone with a background in:
* Gas appliance manufacturing
* Equipment or machinery assembly
* Complex mechanical builds, ideally with testing or team leadership experience
You should be:
* Physically fit, as the role includes lifting and positioning heavier components
* Detail-oriented, methodical, and able to meet deadlines
* Reliable, trustworthy, and a strong team player
* Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
* Capable of reading and interpreting technical drawings
* A strong communicator with a flexible approach – willing to support different areas such as electrical assembly, spares, sheet metal, or stores
Desirable qualifications and skills:
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, grade C or above
* A forklift truck licence (beneficial, but not essential)
Progression Opportunity: Team Leader Role (£14.50/hr) For those seeking progression, the Shop Floor Supervisor role offers the first step into junior management and includes:
* Organising labour and materials to meet or exceed production targets
* Supporting senior management with proactive planning and performance improvement
* Communicating clearly with management on production updates, team matters, and improvement opportunities
* Leading by example in professionalism, integrity, and company standards
* Managing team motivation, morale, and conflict resolution with discretion and fairness
* Maintaining adherence to Health & Safety and company policy at all times
* Taking ownership of problem-solving within your team or escalating appropriately
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone seeking a long-term role where growth, leadership, and specialist skills are recognised and rewarded.
If you’re a proactive, skilled assembler or technician who thrives in a fast-paced, high-quality production environment – we’d love to hear from you.