Production Operator

Department: Production 
Location: Sunderland 
Job Title: Production Operator 
Salary: £25,817 rising to £28,267 after 1-year service (plus 12%-30% shift allowance) company benefits
Working hours: Full Time  
Contract type: Fixed term contract
Reports to: Production Supervisor 

 Job Purpose: 

• You will play a crucial role in the manufacturing process of EV batteries in a brand new manufacturing giga-plant based in Sunderland.  

• Working as part of the Production Team you will be responsible for the efficient and safe operation of manufacturing equipment and processes to produce high quality products.  

• This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a team and be involved in all areas of the battery manufacturing process for the UK’s largest lithium-ion battery producer.  

 
Responsibilities: 

• Operate and monitor complex machinery and production equipment 

• Perform complex assembly work in various areas of the production process   

• Conduct quality checks throughout the production process 

• Responsible for TPM (total product maintenance)  

• Perform first line maintenance 

• Suggest and participate in continuous process improvement 

• Follow verbal and written instructions for specialised equipment 

• Maintain company and personal targets 

• Follow health & safety guidelines and procedures 

• Undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by the company 

• Escalate any issues to shift supervisors 

 
Characteristics/Qualifications Required: 

• Excellent attention to detail  

• Dependable  

• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately  

• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances 

• Must be willing to learn and develop new skills 

• Safety conscious 

• Proven team player