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Job title: Proof Test Operative
Location: Chalgrove
Salary: 26,000 - 27,000pa
The Proof Operative role is responsible for undertaking a variety of processes including pyro proofing of pyrotechnic devices for the department.
- Identification of Proof Chamber Parts to drawing, Assembly and disassembly of Chambers assemblies, Cleaning of Chambers and detail components
- Set up appropriate firing mechanisms.
- Load Cartridge/ Rocket Motors
- Arm Cartridge/ Rocket Motors
- Fire Cartridge/ Rocket Motors
- Collect and analyse firing data.
- Work to correct QAI's, Tech Notes and Identification of Correct drawings.
- Updating SAP
- Safe using of ovens and freezers and programming of conditioning chamber timers.
- Pressure testing of proof chambers
Characteristics & Skills
- Basic understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings.
- A completer finisher - i.e. someone who always finishes off a task with no loose ends.
- Comfortable working under time pressures to balance priorities to agreed deadlines.
- Team player with the ability to work independently.
- Experience in H&S policies and procedures.
- Good standard of education with strong GCSE grades.
You will have the opportunity to work alongside experts who will help you to obtain a wide understanding of an engineering business, and you'll develop new skills and gain a strong industry experience.
Your benefits in detail
- Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme (18+)
- 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
- Personalised training and development plan.
- Healthcare Cash Plan.
- 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- The ability to purchase additional leave maximum 1 week.
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
- Cycle to work scheme.
