Production Operator II
TE Connectivity
The Breakroom Take
- People enjoy this job
- Good employer
- Paid breaks
- Proper training
- Proper breaks
About TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity is an industrial technology company. They specialise in sensors and connectors.
Job description from TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity's Manufacturing/Production Teams transform raw materials into finished goods and ensure component flow. They perform changeovers and setups according to production schedule, perform quality checks according to established processes and document the results as required by our quality procedures. Every team member is responsible for maintaining housekeeping and organization of the work area as well as following TE Connectivity's EH&S policies and procedures.
Permanent Contract - Full-time
Swing Shift Position;
Week 1: 0600-1400 Mon - Thurs, 0600-1800 Friday.
Week 2: 1400-2200 Mon-Thurs, Friday off
Shift Allowance: 20%
Role Description:
- To work within the team performing the various stages of production as defined by the Tyco Electronics Operating Advantage (Lean Manufacturing), Quality, Safety, General Standards and Company Procedures
- To work to a manufacturing schedule and to notify supervision of any issues that may affect the completion of the schedule
- To prepare and complete all documentation accurately, legibly and in a timely manner
- To report any deviations to supervision promptly and to assist in resolving non-compliances where necessary
- To contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, procedures and quality within the department
- To comply with training procedures and keep abreast of updates to General Standards.
What your background should look like:
- To participate in internal / external training programs which are relevant to the role and your personal development plan
- To have an awareness and accountability of sources of waste that impacts the business
- To work in a safe manner and follow all health and safety guidelines
- To carry out any other duties as designated by your manager
- Have an awareness and accountability of sources of waste that impacts the business
Competencies
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

Job insights from Breakroom
Machine operators
Machine operators make, service and repair machinery and tools across different industries.
What you’ll do as a machine operator:
- Maintenance of machines and tools
- Ability to use repair and replace parts needed
- Understand mechanics and engineering
- Responsible for health and safety
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Physical activities
- Heavy lifting
- Wearing a uniform
What employees say
Pay
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Good
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Most people are paid a living wage
Do TE Connectivity pay a living wage?
Most people are paid a living wage.
How we know this
90% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are ÂŁ12.60 per hour, and ÂŁ13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Most people are paid market rates
Do TE Connectivity pay market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
67% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
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Most people get paid breaks
Do workers at TE Connectivity get paid breaks?
Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
How we know this
84% of people say they get paid breaks.Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
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Most people get sick pay
Do TE Connectivity pay sick pay?
Yes. Most people get proper sick pay.
How we know this
90% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do workers at TE Connectivity do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
100% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Okay
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do TE Connectivity workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
53% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Good
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at TE Connectivity?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
95% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
Good
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Shifts don’t get changed at short notice
Do TE Connectivity managers change shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
94% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at TE Connectivity?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
83% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Okay
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do people at TE Connectivity feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
35% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Most people get proper breaks
Do people at TE Connectivity get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
100% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Most people aren’t stressed
Is it stressful to work at TE Connectivity?
Most people don’t feel stressed here.
How we know this
72% of people say they don’t feel stressed at work.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at TE Connectivity enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
68% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at TE Connectivity recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
47% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Most people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at TE Connectivity?
Most people got enough training when they started.
How we know this
70% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Only some people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at TE Connectivity?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 35% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do people think TE Connectivity head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
83% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how TE Connectivity is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
35% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What TE Connectivity employees say about their job
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Best thing
Making new things
Worst thing
Management need to listen to employees
TE Connectivity CNC machinist, November 2023
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Best thing
Pay to work ratio
Worst thing
Poor work force and management
TE Connectivity Production operative, June 2023
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