Production Operative - Gearboxes and Transmissions
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
Location : Cannock Wood Industrial Estate, Cannock Wood, Cannock, WS12 0PL
Hours : Full Time Permanent 38hrs per week - 08:00 – 16.30 Monday to Thursday . 0800 – 14.00 Friday,
A flexible approach to hours is required when workload dictates. 30 mins for lunch.
The Role
The key function of this role is to build a variety of transmissions for the car industry. Experience with tools, I.e. torque wrench, air wrench and various other tools is desirable, however full training will be given.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will ultimately be responsible for the remanufacture of Transmissions/Clutches and /or Valve bodies to relevant specifications.
This could include rebuild, test or teardown of some components. Maintaining the cleanliness or orderliness of working and storage areas and materials used within their area of work. Entering all necessary data on the correct data sheets,. Ensuring the observance of secure working patterns and inform higher-level personnel about any suspicious or unsafe statuses within the business. Ability to learn the given task in the shortest period of time.
Essential knowledge and experience
The successful candidates should ideally;
Have experience working with assembly and all relevant tools power and hand tools
Able to follow basic build instructions, a fast learner
Good time keeper
Flexible, willing to learn new projects, all training will be given
Work overtime when required, with notice
A level of understanding of quality standards would be advantageous
Housekeeping, general cleanliness
Positive attitude
Be aware of and comply with relevant Health and Safety policies and procedures including keeping their working areas and the materials used clean and orderly
Complete and record a basic level of data on data sheets.
Be willing to learn
Conditions of Work and Physical Requirements
· Single Shift work pattern
· Company Pension Scheme
· Performance related annual salary review
· 24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
· Opportunity for training and development
· Uniform provided
· Occasionally lift objects up to 25kg
· PPE required for this role is safety boots
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £20,589.92 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Production Operative - Gearboxes and Transmissions roles across ATC Drivetrain UK Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,590 - £20,590 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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