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Production Operative

Longford, Coventry
2 weeks ago
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Exciting Opportunity: Production Operative

Are you ready to join an industry-leading company that stands at the forefront of innovation, quality, and efficiency? With over 90 years of experience, this company is a pioneer in providing high-strength, lightweight, and fatigue-resistant products made from the world's most advanced composite materials. They are currently seeking a dedicated Production Operative to become an integral part of their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference, in an environment that fosters growth, learning, and excellence.

What You Will Do:

Handle raw materials, ensuring their proper delivery and setup for work streams.
Accurately place cut material shapes into various tools including preform, moulding vac form, composite, and steel tooling.
Safely load tools, laminates, and preforms into compression presses, ovens, or autoclaves.
Carry out finishing and assembly of composite components.
Manage the packing and labelling of finished products.
Perform lay-up of composite materials and operate presses.
Accurately record production data as required.

What You Will Bring:

A keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
Previously worked as a production operative in a manufacturing enviroment
Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
Strong organizational skills and the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Experience in a manufacturing or production setting, particularly within the composites or defence industries, is highly desirable.
A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn new skills.

This role would suit candidates who have prevously worked as a porduction operative, press operator, machine operator, machine setter. 

Company Contribution & Industry Information:

This role is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a company that is not just a leader in the defence sector but also a pioneer in commercial composites, serving industries such as medical, transport, aerospace, and energy. The Production Operative will play a crucial role in maintaining the company's reputation for excellence, delivering products that are up to 50% lighter than equivalent steel products while meeting the specific requirements of customers across various sectors.

Location:

This position is based at the company's state-of-the-art facility in Coventry, renowned for its cutting-edge armour design and military vehicle integration capabilities.

Join Us:

If you're passionate about making a tangible impact and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and making a difference. Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow with a company that is shaping the future of the industry.

Apply now to become the next Production Operative and embark on a rewarding career journey!

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