Production Operator (Assembly)

About the role

A hands-on Production Operator (called Assembly Operator in the text) joins a team that builds water technology products such as pumps, helping to reduce energy use and improve lives. The role covers assembly operations across a range of production tasks, ensuring products meet high standards of safety, quality and efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and maintain area-specific assembly equipment, including safety checks, machine setup, material loading and finished product handling.
• Follow work instructions precisely and use and document measurement equipment to ensure consistent product quality.
• Maintain 5S workplace standards and follow all safety policies, reporting near misses or incidents to the Supervisor or Safety Coordinator.
• Meet production targets and support Total Productive Maintenance schedules to maximise equipment uptime.
• Propose improvement ideas and take part in continuous improvement workshops.

Required profile

• Reliable, physically fit team player with production experience, strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask with minimal supervision.
• GCE O Level or NITEC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Prior hands-on experience in a production or manufacturing assembly environment.
• Physically fit and able to work extended hours when required.

Required skills

• Ability to operate equipment via computer touch screens and basic computer skills.
• Nice to have: knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methods, experience with quality tools and measurement equipment, and familiarity with 5S and Total Productive Maintenance.

What we offer

• Flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
• Annual bonuses, health insurance and well-being activities.
• Three extra days of paid leave for volunteering.
• On-demand training and structured development programmes.