Proof Test Operative

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.