MERITUS are recruiting for Tool Prepper's and Production Operatives to join our client within the Aviation industry on exciting new civil aerospace and defence projects.
PRODUCTION OPERATIVE/TOOL PREPPER - £12 PER HOUR PAYE - 12 MONTHS - GREATER BLACKBURN & DARWEN - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS
We are seeking a skilled Production Operative to join our team in manufacturing composite, structural, and non-structural components. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, capable of working independently or as part of a team, and ready to meet production goals set by the Value Stream Team Leader/Manager. A flexible, multi-skilled approach is essential, as the role involves handling various manufacturing tasks across the business.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Daily Coordination: Engage frequently with the Value Stream Leader/Manager to stay aligned with production schedules and meet set targets.
- Process Compliance: Follow master processes and related documentation, such as batch cards and Work Instruction Sheets (WIS), to ensure adherence to industry standards during component production.
- Health & Safety: Consistently monitor and uphold health and safety regulations in the workplace.
- Procedure Adherence: Follow established protocols across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (SQCDP) to maintain operational efficiency.
- Tool Preparation: Prepare tools as specified in the work instruction sheets for various manufacturing tasks.
- Bagging Techniques: Utilize proper techniques for bagging and applying related materials.
- Manual Lay-Up: Perform manual lay-up of pre-impregnated carbon and glass fiber materials onto mold tools.
- Skills Development: Assist the Value Stream Leader/Manager in updating skills planning and maintaining training records.
Your Profile:
- Proactive and Self-Motivated: Takes initiative and is ready to tackle challenges with a positive mindset.
- Flexible and Adaptable: Willing to take on diverse tasks and shift roles as needed to meet production demands.
- Driven with a "Can Do" Attitude: Eager to meet targets, even under pressure and tight deadlines.
- Strong Communication Skills: Effective in both verbal and written communication.
- ERP/MRP System Experience: Familiarity with systems like Epicor, SAP, or Sage is a plus.
- Detail-Oriented: Capable of reading and interpreting work instruction sheets and technical drawings.