General Operatives – Chassis Assembly Hurricane

Salary: £26,000 per year

Lotus Cars builds world class, high performance and lightweight sports cars that are sold all around the world. The current range – which is 100% ‘For The Drivers’ – includes the Evora coupe, the critically acclaimed Exige and the iconic Elise.

The latest new Lotus is the Evija, our all-electric hypercar that is the world’s most powerful series production model. All Lotus cars are rightly regarded as being the benchmark for exceptional ride and handling, lightweight engineering, exceptional steering, efficient aerodynamics and driver-focused interiors.

Our founder Colin Chapman always believed that a driver wants feedback and control, instant response, precision and agility, the power to accelerate and the ability to stop almost instantly. Over the last seven decades, Lotus has remained true to this ethos. Our core values, our pioneering approach to automotive engineering and our rich heritage – both in road and race cars – are guiding our future.

The ongoing transformation of Lotus is laid out in the company’s Vision80 strategy, which states what Lotus will be in 2028 when we celebrate our 80th anniversary. We welcome talented, creative and motivated people to join us on our journey.
General Operative – Manufacturing – Norwich, Norfolk 

Role purpose

Manufacture of aluminium components for bonded chassis and loose fit items for Lotus Cars.

Roles and responsibilities

* To work in a team to operate several different types of machines – mainly 4 axis vertical CNC machines
* Operating saws, hydraulic press, robotic welding cell or any other equipment within the Manufacturing Department
* The candidate may also be required to work in the Assembly department or assist in other activities
* Able to understand and follow basic operating instructions and carry out process checks using Vernier’s and plug gauges
* Maintain written records such as Manufacturing Orders and OEE/Time Sheets
* Be at place of work at specified times
* Meet quality and production targets as set by Supervision and/or specified on Manufacturing Orders
* Work in accordance with Health & Safety guidelines, including housekeeping of machine and surrounding area
* Use and maintain all supplied Personal Protective Equipment in good condition
* Follow company Environmental standards, including segregation of all waste

Essential criteria 

* Good understanding of English language required to follow written and verbal instruction
* Productive worker with solid work ethic. Flexible, adaptable and diligent

Desirable 

* Knowledge of Mazak, Haas, Maka, Enshu CNC and/or Cloos and Fanuc robot welding
* Ability to set tools/cutters for CNC’s and change fixtures/tools
* Worked in the automotive sector or in a similar environment
* General fabrication & welding knowledge
* Experience of working in a manufacturing or fabricating environment

Benefits

* Bonus scheme
* Private health care
* Pension scheme
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays