Production Operative (Fabrication)

Stannah is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company.  Our products move people and goods in and around homes and buildings.  We make life easier for people. We do this by improving access for greater convenience and independence.  

Joseph Stannah founded the business in 1867. A lot has happened since then and today Stannah is a global business.  The family is in their fifth generation and plays a hands-on role in running the business. Most people know us for our stairlifts. Our range of products includes lifts, escalators, and homelifts. We also provide maintenance and repair services. 

Production Operative Job – Andover – Apply Now to join the Stannah

Stannah have an exciting opportunity for a Production Operative to join the Manufacturing Department based at Watt Close, Andover.

This role involves the fabrication of sheet metal components and welded assemblies to detailed engineering drawings, working across cutting cells, pre-fabrication, bending, robotic and manual welding, as well as weld inspection.

As the Production Operative, you will work Monday to Wednesday 14:00 to 00:00, Thursday 14:00 to 23:00, you will receive a 15% shift allowance due to these hours. This role is offered on a permanent contract.

This is a great opportunity to join a modern manufacturing environment that values safety, quality and continuous improvement, with opportunities to develop multi-skilled capabilities within the department.

To be successful as the Production Operative it is essential that you have previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment and can interpret engineering drawings. Experience in weld inspection and continuous improvement would be desirable.

Production Operative Responsibilities:

• Fabricate sheet metal components and welded assemblies in line with engineering drawings and quality standards

• Work safely at all times in accordance with Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures

• Inspect completed work, complete accurate daily reporting and support quality requirements

• Support productivity, continuous improvement and new product introductions within the department

• Maintain operational flexibility, including machine utilisation, housekeeping and autonomous maintenance

Please see the full job description here: Fabrication Production Operative Job Description

Production Operative Requirements:

• Experience working in a modern manufacturing or fabrication environment

• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings

• Strong team-working skills with a proactive and flexible approach

• Commitment to cross-functional training and continuous improvement

If you have previous experience working as a Production Operative, Fabricator Welder, Fabrication Operative or similar role and are looking for a Production Operative job in Andover, please click the “Apply Now” button or contact us for further information.

Benefits Include:

• Market Aligned Salary, paid on a monthly basis
• Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Holiday scheme to buy extra days’ annual leave
• Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice
• SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit
• Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more
• Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being
• Enhanced maternity and paternity provision

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Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business.

We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community! 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role.

Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available.