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     About AESC:  AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Over the past 15 years, AESC has produced power batteries for more than a million EVs across 59 countries, achieving a flawless record of 'zero critical incidents'.  AESC's team works continuously to improve the company's global leadership in product development, quality and sustainability. In 2022, AESC was again named among 'Global Tier 1 Battery Companies' by Benchmark, a leading UK-based lithium-ion battery supply chain research organisation.    About NRLThe NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.