Production Operator

At the heart of Paxton, we are innovators, we look for ways of harnessing new technology to provide better solutions for our customers. We're a global brand with nearly 40 years of experience, our team of over 400 employees is spread around the world.

We pride ourselves on creating a vibrant environment, with a focus on excellent company culture. Our teams make Paxton a great place to work with brilliant benefits that come with any role at Paxton, with an emphasis on career progression, training and development, and recognition of achievement for every employee.

So, what are the benefits?

• We run a great social calendar with team nights out, staff parties and more. It’s rare you won’t see something going on!
• Tech, bike, and travel or season ticket loans.
• Private medical insurance (Opt in) and healthcare cash-back plan.
• Discounted fitness memberships up to 75% off in your area.
• 25-days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can buy & sell up to 5 days a year.
• Recognised as one of the Best Companies to Work for in the UK, by Best Companies™.

About the role

You’ll be join our team based in our Eastbourne Manufacturing centre, where you will be responsible for the manufacturing, assembly, test and packing of Paxton products.

• Assemble and pack products with precision, following work orders and factory instructions.
• Perform controlled electronics encapsulation (potting) on the line, following specified flow rates and timing.
• Transferring stock between departments using manual handling equipment or a forklift truck (when licensed)
• Picking and packing orders for despatch

• Replenishment of Kanban’s for flowlines

• Cycle counting stock and assisting with stock checks as necessary

• Packing products to work order and Factory Instructions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance assembly line efficiency and processes.

This role is offered on a 4-day week Monday to Thursday, flexi-shift pattern, requiring commitment to both day (09:00–19:15) and late (14:00–00:30) shifts. Shifts rotate based on business needs, but with advance notice given for any changes. Late shifts include a 10% pay uplift.

What are we looking for?

• Be able to adapt in a fast paced environment with attention to detail.
• Any previous experience in warehouse or manufacturing is beneficial
• Basic IT literacy skills

The right attitude is more important to us than your skills or experience. If you’re excited about a role but your existing experience doesn’t match up with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

We want to collaborate with you and hear your ideas, most of all, we want people to enjoy the journey with us. Take a look at what our team thinks of working here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WH7Pi3--zc