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Manufacturing Operative

Job Posted: an hour ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 32,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Swindon, Wiltshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Manufacturing Operative

Location: Swindon

Salary: £32,000 per annum (inclusive of rotating AM/PM shifts)

Sector: Manufacturing

Own Transport is required due to location

Key Responsibilities

Machine Setup & Operation

  * Support the preparation and setup of tooling and machinery for daily production runs.

  * Assist operators with safe machine operation and equipment changeovers.

  * Carry out routine checks to ensure machines run within required performance parameters.

Inspection & Quality Control

  * Conduct visual inspection of high‑value metals and engineered components.

  * Identify defects, wear, damage, or any non‑conforming parts.

  * Monitor product quality throughout each stage of manufacture.

  * Use precision measurement tools—gauges, verniers, calipers, micrometers—to verify accuracy and tolerances.

  * Perform regular machine maintenance, including lubrication and basic adjustments.

  * Ensure all equipment is operated safely and in line with engineering procedures.

  * Report issues promptly and contribute to continuous improvement activities.

Essential Skills & Experience

  * Background in precision engineering or general manufacturing.

  * Strong interest in mechanical processes, tooling, and engineering environments.

  * Confident using measurement and inspection tools.

  * Able to follow technical instructions and maintain high levels of accuracy.

Desirable

  * Formal engineering training or a completed apprenticeship.

  * Experience in tooling, machining, or component inspection.

  * Understanding of quality standards and modern manufacturing best practice.

Benefits

  * £32,000 annual salary, includes rotating AM/PM shift allowance.

  * Specialist technical training and ongoing skills development.

  * Enhanced holiday entitlement and pension contributions.

  * Attendance bonus and well‑paid overtime.

  * Clear progression pathways within a growing engineering team

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