Assembly Production Operative

Prodrive Composites Ltd; Banbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Banbury is seeking an experienced Assembly Production Operative to sub-assemble components for automotive hydraulic systems. This role requires a positive attitude and experience in assembly production. Candidates should be detail-oriented and able to perform under pressure while adhering to quality standards. The position offers an attractive salary, 25 days of holiday, ongoing training opportunities, and various employee perks, fostering professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Training opportunities

Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes

Social events

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Assembly Production Operative role.
• Confident building high-end products for customers.
• Basic understanding of principles in machinery and equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts and components at a subassembly level.
• Operate machinery and equipment in the assembly process.
• Perform end of line testing on assembled parts.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Experience in assembly production

Flexible approach to work

Job description

Prodrive Advanced Technology design, develop and produce solutions that enhance our client’s projects and solve their technical challenges. We specialise in active aero systems, intelligent interiors and niche vehicles across automotive, aerospace, defence and marine sectors. Our capabilities span across a wide range of functions including system integration, design engineering, electronics and electrical systems, and chassis engineering.

We are seeking an experienced Assembly Production Operative to sub‑assemble components and create finished assemblies for a variety of automotive hydraulic systems. This role involves working with parts, testing, and validating systems and assembly components within a cleanroom environment for the automotive sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble parts and components at a subassembly level, including hydraulic assemblies.
• Combine subassemblies and components to create finished systems.
• Operate machinery and equipment in the assembly process, ensuring efficient workflow, and raising any issues during operation.
• Carry out hands on work competently and with set production times.
• Perform end of line testing on assembled parts.
• Work to drawings and procedures.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and maintain a clean organized work area.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Assemble products and hydraulic systems according to specifications and quality standards.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, and confident building high end products for our prestigious customers. You will have experience in a similar Assembly Production Operative role, as well as possessing a flexible approach to work and be able to work calmly under pressure. You will have strong attention to detail in identifying defects, with a basic understanding of principles in machinery and equipment operation.

What can we offer you?

• An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact.
• 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days.
• Training opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes.
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert
• Social events throughout the year
• Exclusive company discounts
• Life assurance

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Prodrive we are committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent and creating an inclusive workplace. We value individual differences and diversity amongst all staff so that everyone has the widest opportunities to maximise their potential. We aim to ensure that no job applicant is placed at a disadvantage by practices or requirements which disproportionately impact protected groups, and which are not justified by the demands of the job. If you feel you are right for this role, we welcome your application.