15 Full time, Production / Manufacturing jobs in Kettering

We are looking for a talented Trainee Production Associate to join our team, with a Development Opportunity specialising in Cylinder Block Machining for our Daventry Engine Plant in Daventry, United Kingdom. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Achieve Production Goals: Operating equipment efficiently and meeting production targets will help the company meet customer expectations.
• Ensure Safety: By promptly reporting hazards and incidents and adhering to HSE standards, you'll help maintain a safe working environment.
• Enhance Quality: Following standard work procedures and performing quality inspections will ensure high-quality output and minimise defects.
• Support Environmental Goals: Recognising and minimising the environmental impact of your work will contribute to the company's sustainability efforts.
• Maintain Cleanliness: Keeping your work area clean and performing routine maintenance will ensure a smooth and efficient production process.
• Foster Teamwork: Communicating effectively with your team and participating in improvement initiatives will enhance overall team performance.
• Continuous Improvement: Engaging in training and personal development will help you grow and contribute to the company's success., To be successful in this role, you will need the following, Machining Techniques: Learn how to operate manual and automated equipment to manufacture and assemble products.
• Quality Control: Understand and perform quality inspections, manage non-conforming materials, and follow standard work procedures.
• Health and Safety: Engage in training on health and safety standards, use personal protective equipment, and identify and report hazards.
• Environmental Impact: Recognize how your work impacts the environment and learn ways to minimise negative effects.
• Teamwork and Communication: Develop effective communication skills and collaborate with peers and support teams.
  
  Strong Collaboration Skills: Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to achieve shared objectives.
• Effective Communication: Develop and deliver clear, multi-mode communications that address the unique needs of different audiences.
• Self-Awareness and Development: Use feedback and reflection to understand your strengths and weaknesses and actively seek opportunities for growth and challenges.
• Health and Safety Commitment: Champion proactive health and safety behaviours, identify and report hazards, and participate in actions to improve workplace safety., You will undertake a Level 2 Engineering - Machining course at Northampton College's Booth Lane campus. This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to operate machines and production equipment safely and efficiently in a manufacturing environment, before joining us in the plant., Age: You must be between 18-23 years old (As per course requirements)
• Education: 4 GCSEs at grade 3, including Maths and English.
• Start Date: Begin in August 2025, with full-time college attendance starting in September.
  
  Wage: Paid the UK National Living Wage during the course, with an increase upon successful completion.
• Work During Breaks: Attend work on-site during college term breaks, with the option to take allocated holidays.
The compensation for this role is aligned with a local bargained or unionised agreement.