Production Operator

About Us
GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems 
and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture and 
integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world's car 
manufacturers. 

Role purpose
Controls or operates machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, assembly, and 
other steps along a production line.

Key responsibilities
Operating Machine or Equipment
Operate semi-complex equipment and machines, prioritizing routine tasks to improve 
efficiency and adjusting multiple related variables to resolve production problems.
Operations Management
Carry out operational tasks by following established processes. This will involve adjusting 
multiple settings or parameters to meet performance standards.
Equipment Changeover
Carry out changeover of one or more equipment, following detailed instructions and working 
under close supervision to complete the allocated tasks.
Equipment Total Productive Maintenance
Carry out TPM checks and activities, following detailed instructions and working under close 
supervision to complete the allocated tasks.
Quality Assurance
Carry out relatively simple testing and quality assurance tasks.
Health, Safety, and Environment
Follow a range of mandatory procedures and methods of work (including use of personal 
protection equipment where relevant) to safeguard the environment and the well-being of 
self and others.
Operational Compliance
Follow a range of mandatory procedures to ensure that work is carried out to the required 
quality standards and/or to ensure adherence to external regulatory codes and internal 
codes of conduct.
Work Scheduling and Allocation
Organize own work schedule each day in line with changing priorities.
Personal Capability Building
Support others by implementing improvements and carrying out simple change management 
tasks.

Values & Behaviours
Ingenious: Manages complexity
Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to 
effectively solve problems. For example, gathers basic information to understand a problem 
and find a solution. Seeks to understand and apply systematic problem-solving methods; 
distinguishes symptoms from underlying problems.
Collaborative: Builds relationships
Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For 
example, learns how to operate as a team player, contributing actively to the group's efforts. 
Seeks others' inputs, appreciates their contributions; offers to help when the need is clear.
Principled: Accountability
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. For example, holds self to high 
standards and consistently honors policies, procedures, and work requirements. 
Scrupulously ensures all work is correct.
Principled: Communicates effectively
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the 
unique needs of different audiences. For example, pays attention to others' insights, advice, 
or instruction, grasping the main elements. Promptly shares relevant information with the 
right amount of detail.
Driven: Prioritisation
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. For 
example, adopts a sequence of activities that allows for optimal efficiency and effective 
coordination with others. Makes skillful use of resources and support to deliver efficient, 
high-quality work.
Driven: Results driven
Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. For example, devotes 
considerable effort to surpassing goals and achieving the best possible results; goes above 
and beyond to achieve excellence. Drives ahead with great focus when faced with obstacles 
and setbacks; maintains productivity and a positive attitude.
Driven: Action oriented
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and 
enthusiasm. For example, tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm, working quickly 
and without undue oversight.

Skills
Verbal Communication
Uses clear and effective verbal communications skills with guidance (but not constant 
supervision) to express ideas, request actions and formulate plans or policies.
Health and Safety
Manages and applies safe systems of work with guidance (but not constant supervision).
Planning and Organizing
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to plan, organize, prioritize and oversee 
activities to efficiently meet business objectives.
Policy and procedures
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to develop, monitor, interpret and 
understand policies and procedures, while making sure they match organizational strategies 
and objectives.
Equipment Utilization
Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on optimizing the 
utilization of production plant, equipment and materials.
Action Planning
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to develop appropriate plans or perform 
necessary actions based on recommendations and requirements.
Masters Service Conversations
Works at a basic level to navigate customer conversations by leveraging the four parts of a 
service conversation: open, learn, reply, and close. Typically works under close supervision.
Navigates Field Service Interactions
Works at a basic level to navigate customer interactions in a face-to-face setting, creating 
positive, defining moments. Typically works under close supervision.

Education
Upper Secondary School

Experience
Basic experience of simple office / operational systems (4 to 6 months)