Factory Operator

Job Title: Production Operator - Galvanising (Manufacturing)

Positions available:

2 x Production Operator
1 x Production Operator (FLT Licence required - approx. 70% FLT / 30% production duties)Location: Telford

Hours: Monday to Friday - 3 rotating shifts (must be fully flexible to rotate)

Pay: £13.71 per hour + £50 bonus for night shifts (per week)

Contract type: Temp - Perm

Job Purpose

To support the safe and efficient operation of a galvanising production line, ensuring product quality, throughput and housekeeping standards are met. The role involves manual handling, operating production equipment and working to process/quality requirements within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities (Production Operator)

Work as part of the galvanising production team across the full process (e.g., loading/unloading, hanging/racking, dipping support, finishing/inspection, packing).
Operate production equipment and tools safely and in line with SOPs and training.
Carry out visual quality checks on galvanised components (coating coverage, defects, damage) and report non-conformances.
Follow job cards, production schedules and work instructions to meet output targets.
Maintain clean and safe work areas (5S/housekeeping), including correct waste disposal.
Support basic routine checks and report faults/breakdowns to supervision/maintenance.
Adhere to all Health & Safety requirements, including PPE, COSHH awareness and safe manual handling.

Additional Responsibilities (Production Operator with FLT Licence)

Use the FLT to move materials, stillages/racks and finished goods between production areas and storage/despatch.
Load/unload vehicles where required and complete relevant checks/paperwork.
Maintain safe FLT operation standards (daily checks, defect reporting, safe stacking and movement).
Expected split: approx. 70% FLT / 30% production work (may vary depending on workload).

Shift Pattern

3 rotating shifts, Monday to Friday - candidates must be able to rotate across all shifts:

Shift times: 6am - 2pm/ 2pm - 10pm/ 10pm - 6am
Night shift attracts £50 bonus (per week)

Skills & Experience

Essential (both roles):

Experience in a manufacturing/production environment (heavy/industrial preferred).
Strong Health & Safety mindset and ability to follow procedures.
Comfortable with manual tasks, standing for long periods, and working in a physically demanding environment.
Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team.
Flexible to rotate across 3 shifts.

Essential (FLT role only):

Valid FLT Counterbalance licence
Confident and safe FLT operator with recent experience.

Desirable:

Experience within galvanising, metal processing, coatings or similar heavy industry.
Understanding of quality inspection standards and production documentation.

Working Environment / Physical Requirements

Industrial manufacturing environment with heat, noise, fumes and PPE requirements.
Manual handling and repetitive tasks.
Safety boots, hi-vis, gloves, eye/face protection and other PPE as required.

What We Offer

£13.71 per hour
£50 night shift bonus
Ongoing training and development
Long-term opportunity depending on performance

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