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Production Operator

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear

NRL Recruitment

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
£25,817 - Annum
Recruiter
NRL Recruitment
Closes
15 May 2026
Course
No
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer

Description

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.

The 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. xjnqpsq

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

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