Production Support Operative (Packaging & Despatch)

Production Support - Packaging / Despatch

£13.53 per hour, increasing to £14.20 following successful completion of probation

Greater Manchester, UK

On-site

Permanent

We are looking for an experienced Production Support Operative to join a well-established aerospace manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous packaging, despatch or stores experience who enjoys working within a varied, hands-on manufacturing environment.

The business manufactures high-quality aerospace components and is looking for someone to support its packaging, despatch and general production operations.

This role would suit an existing Storesperson, Despatch Operative or Production Operative who takes pride in their work, has excellent attention to detail and is looking to work within a clean, tidy and professional manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Hand package small, high-quality aerospace components ready to be sent for external treatments, including paint, or for final delivery.
Prepare components and goods for despatch, ensuring they are packaged correctly and handled with care.
Organise transport using internal drivers, TNT and external courier services.
Carry out local driving duties for the delivery and collection of goods.
Support basic operational requirements, including basic sheet metal and assembly activities.
Carry out ad-hoc forklift duties as required to support other members of staff.
Provide general production and handyman support across the manufacturing environment when required.
Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company Health & Safety procedures.
Maintain high housekeeping standards and comply with the company's 5S standards.
Work closely with production, stores and despatch teams to support the efficient movement of goods.Key Skills

Previous packaging and/or despatch experience within a manufacturing environment.
Previous stores, warehouse or production support experience.
Good attention to detail when handling and packaging high-quality components.
Reliable and organised approach to work.
Ability to work effectively within a manufacturing environment.
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a wider production team.
Willingness to undertake varied duties and support different areas of the operation when required.
Commitment to safe working practices and maintaining 5S standards.Desirable Skills

Previous experience within an aerospace or precision engineering manufacturing environment.
Previous forklift experience.
Experience carrying out local delivery and collection duties.
Basic sheet metal or assembly experience.
Previous experience working within a stores or despatch function.What you get in return

£13.53 per hour, increasing to £14.20 following successful completion of probation.
Permanent, full-time employment.
Opportunity to join a stable aerospace manufacturing business.
Clean, tidy and professional manufacturing environment.
Varied position covering packaging, despatch and general production support.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.This company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Interested?

Please submit your CV to Maria Vasileva at DCS Engineering via the link provided. Alternatively, email or call the office to discuss the opportunity further.

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