Lead Light Assembly Operative

Our Company We are a leading system integration specialist for electrical and mechanical automation systems in Food and Drink and Parcel Distribution sectors supporting a busy control panel and light assembly workshop. We invite hard-working individuals to join our team, offering continual professional development in return for dedication to the job and a passion to contribute to the success of the company. Enthusiasm, flexibility and reliability are key attractions. Role Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will provide the drive, experience and expertise necessary to ensure the successful completion of cable assemblies, wiring harnesses, loom boards and cable kits associated with the manufacture of automation equipment to approved designs at our manufacturing facility in the East Midlands. You will coordinate the labour resources, parts and materials required for the successful completion of assemblies to schedule and provide close supervision to a team of Workshop Operatives. About You You will need to have experience in cable assembly, soldering and interpreting schematics, you will demonstrate broad capabilities and knowledge to your team and well as having strong day-to-day supervisory skills developed through your time working in a similar industrial sector. Dimensions - Locations: Hinckley, Leicestershire, UK Key Responsibilities - Using hand tools for cutting cables to length, stripping insulation, indenting and marking cable, crimping terminals and making off a variety of end plugs - Interpreting 'point to point' wiring schedules - Determining deliverable schedules of work - Engage in the determination of work rotas and assignment of tasks to others - Determine and maintain efficient procedures and techniques - Adopt and communicate safe systems of work (RAMS) whilst observing the requirements of any Permit to Work issued by site Duty Holders - Assess tasks for completeness and report any issues or variations - Complete inspection/test reports and job documentation - Ensure all tools and equipment in use are certified and/or calibrated - Maintain positive relationships with colleagues, subcontractors and other third parties - Undertake specialist training as required and keep up to date with statutory and legislative requirements - Demonstrate and apply the principles of continuous improvement to achieve ‘Best Practice’