Production Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Holroyd Components have been manufacturers of industrial electric heating elements since 1972, specialising in the design and manufacture of bespoke flexible heater mats and jackets. With an ethos of using high quality materials, continual investment in new machinery and providing first class customer service we have maintained our standing as Europe's market leader in surface heating systems. We are currently recruiting for two production operators to work in our various assembly and processing departments, located in our state-of-the-art production facility in Saffron Walden.
Benefits Include:
- £11 per hour starting wage
- 37 hour working week (Mon - Thurs 08:00- 16:15, Fri 08:00- 14:00)
- Monthly business performance and quality-based bonus
- Christmas Bonus
- ‘Rewards Hub’ corporate discount scheme
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Free tea and coffee facilities
- Free lunch once a month with an extended lunch break
- Social events calendar
- Long-service awards
- Birthday bonus
- Bike to work scheme
- Optional overtime during busy periods
Our full air-conditioned production facilities deal with the manufacture, testing and packaging of bespoke made surface heaters. Role specific training will be given. Skills learned will include:
- Soldering
- Patching
- Testing
- Packing
The ideal candidate will have a positive mindset, can-do attitude, and a desire to work in a team-based environment. Attention to detail and good manual dexterity are a must.
If you are interested in this role, please apply for the job with your updated CV, and we will get back to you.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Loyalty bonus
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 Assistant roles across HOLROYD COMPONENTS 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 £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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