Machine Manufacturing Operative in Norwich

P+S Recruitment are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently seeking a Machine Manufacturing Operative to join their team based in Norwich on a full-time, temporary basis.

Main Responsibilities:

• Participate in the assembly, manufacture and test of Electrical and Mechanical products to agreed quality standards using approved methods and procedures.
• Working to production schedules and targets to ensure timely output.
• Assemble and test all products, electrical, mechanical or electro/mechanical as required by the demands identified via the production control works orders.
• Work as part of a flexible team using approved methods of assembly and test to produce products.
• Process orders in line with Master Production Schedule/Work to List.
• Complete sub-assembly and spares work orders as per requested date.
• Maintain quality standards and associated reporting procedures.
• Be proactive in the development of existing and new products and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate information systems as specified by the Manufacturing Manager.
• Provide assistance to other departments and personnel as required.
• Liaise with quality department, discussing all relevant issues including drawing changes, BOM updates and manufacturing improvements.
• Collective responsibility for tooling and work methods within the department.
• Maintain good order of the company property and general housekeeping.
• To abide by all statutory requirements including those relating to COSHH and health and safety.
• To ensure you read, understand and fulfil your responsibilities under the Company’s equal opportunities policy in place from time to time.
• To adhere to and promote all company policies and procedures in place from time to time including those relating to HR and health and safety.
• Work within the department, or as part of cross functional teams to implement continuous improvement working towards World Class Manufacturing.
• To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Manufacturing Manager.

Person Specification:

• Basic maths, literacy and ability to read a basic engineering drawing.
• Use of basic hand tools and assembly techniques.
• Able to accurately follow build procedures, engineering drawings.
• Two years in a mechanical/electrical sub-assembly environment (desirable).
• Works well within a small team.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to a wide range of tasks and willingness to learn.

Working Hours:

38 Hours per week Monday – Friday Core hours 08:00-16:30 Earlier finish on Fridays.