Stannah is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company.  Our products move people and goods in and around homes and buildings.  We make life easier for people. We do this by improving access for greater convenience and independence.  

Joseph Stannah founded the business in 1867. A lot has happened since then and today Stannah is a global business.  The family is in their fifth generation and plays a hands-on role in running the business. Most people know us for our stairlifts. Our range of products includes lifts, escalators, and homelifts. We also provide maintenance and repair services. 

Production Operative Jobs in Andover at Stannah – Join Our Team!

Stannah have an exciting opportunity for a Production Operative to join the Manufacturing Department based at our Watt Close Site.

This role will involve fabricating and MAG welding company products to the required specification, working from detailed drawings, SOPs, and Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

As a Production Operative, you will work 37 hours a week, 14:00 - 00:00 Monday - Wednesday
14:00 - 23:00 Thursday. This position is a permanent contract. During these hours you will receive a 15% shift uplift.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced welder looking to join a modern manufacturing environment that values teamwork, continuous improvement, and a right-first-time approach.

To be successful as a Production Operative, it is essential that you have previous experience in MAG welding within a manufacturing environment. Experience in continuous improvement and multi-skilled working would be desirable.

Production Operative Responsibilities:

• Follow company Health, Safety, and environmental standards at all times

• Fabricate and MAG weld components to specification using drawings and WPS

• Inspect work to ensure quality standards are met first time

• Complete accurate daily production and quality reporting

• Support continuous improvement and new product introductions

Please see the full job description here: Production Operative Job Description

Production Operative Requirements:

• 2–3 years’ MAG welding experience in a manufacturing environment

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

• Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach to work

• Proactive team player willing to cross-train and develop skills

If you have previous experience working as a Fabricator Welder, Welder, or Production Welder, and are looking for a Fabricator Welder job in Andover, please click the Apply Now button or contact us for further information.

Benefits Include:

• Market Aligned Salary, paid on a monthly basis
• Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Holiday scheme to buy extra days’ annual leave
• Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice
• SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit
• Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more
• Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being
• Enhanced maternity and paternity provision

Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business.

We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community! 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role.

Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available.