Job Description

About Us:

Oxley Group is a world-class provider of advanced solutions for the defence and aerospace industries, serving a global customer base.

Specialists in LED lighting, night vision, EMI filters and electronic components, Oxley offers comprehensive design, manufacturing, and testing facilities within the company's UK manufacturing centre and through Oxley Inc in the US. The team works across the globe on world leading technology, including projects for Boeing, BAE Systems, Saab, Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics. Oxley is the winner of multiple awards including the prestigious Manufacturer of the Year, Exporter of the Year, Aerospace Electronics Design Award, Best Community Involvement and the Make UK Award for Developing Future Talent.

Located in one of the most beautiful and scenic parts of the country, Oxley is based on the edge of the renowned Lake District in Ulverston, Cumbria.

Why Join Us:

Competitive salary 4-day working week Generous holiday allowance plus Bank Holidays Group bonus scheme BUPA healthcare Life Assurance scheme Employee retail discounts and wellbeing centre Group pension scheme Free onsite parking Electric vehicle charge points
SUMMARY Reporting to the Production Manager the Production Operative will manufacture and assemble product in adherence to specification in line with company processes and quality standards and response to customer demand.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow manufacturing documentation, selecting and using the correct tools to carry out mechanical and electrical assembly of product which meets the quality and delivery expectations of ODC's customers.
Report progress regularly on the assigned tasks to the Production Manager, ensuring that shop order paperwork is appropriately completed, and especially highlight where agreed target dates are not going to be met.
Ensuring shop order paperwork is appropriately completed, maintaining traceability of all parts and especially highlight where agreed target dates are not going to be met.
Ensure all equipment used during the build which requires calibration or maintenance, is within its calibration and/or maintenance period and highlight any items outside of this to the Production Manager.
Adhere to all instructional and Health & Safety guidelines for the use of equipment in order to maintain a safe work environment.
Achieve and retain the J Standard soldering qualification as required by the business.
Contribute to continuous improvement through the identification, reporting and resolution of Non-Conformance to products and materials.
Maintain a safe working environment ensuring that all company and regulatory standards are achieved at all times.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Preferably 5 GCSE's or equivalent or experience within a similar manufacturing environment

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Computer literate

Strong teamwork background

Experience of detailed soldering is an advantage

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

The Production Operative will have the ability to follow clear instructions and possess effective communication skills (written and verbal). With the ability to pay attention to fine detail they will be capable of providing an accurate and focused delivery of their associated responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing production area

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,713.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person