Job Description:

Production Operator - East Kilbride

£27,000 - £29,000 DOE

Monday - Friday Day Shift

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Production Operator to join our Final Inspection team based in East Kilbride. This role is responsible for ensuring that precision-engineered components meet stringent quality and engineering standards prior to dispatch.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform final inspection and quality control checks on machined and manufactured components
• Inspect incoming materials and in-process products against engineering drawings and specifications
• Operate CMM equipment and manual measuring tools, including vernier callipers, height gauges, and Go/No-Go gauges
• Conduct detailed visual and dimensional inspections to verify product quality
• Accurately record inspection results and maintain quality documentation and reports
• Identify and manage non-conforming products, ensuring appropriate rework processes are followed
• Report quality concerns and anomalies to the Quality Manager
• Support assembly, production and build operation when required
• Support cleanroom cleaning and packing processes as required
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations and quality standards

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Quality Inspection or Production Operation role within a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in the use of manual measuring instruments (e.g. vernier callipers, height gauges, surface roughness testers)
• Experience with CMM equipment is desirable but not essential
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and CAD data
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Basic numeracy and computer literacy skills

Package and Benefits

• Full-time, on-site position
• Early finish every Friday
• Competitive salary: £27,000 - £29,000 per annum (dependent on experience), with annual review
• 35 days annual leave
• Company performance bonus scheme (paid biannually)
• Company pension scheme
• Death in service benefit
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Free on-site parking

If you are interested, apply now!

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