Circular saw operator / Driver / Fork lift driver / packer / General Maintenance

Rayburn: Precision Engineering in plastics and metals; Walsall; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Rayburn: Precision Engineering in plastics and metals is seeking a Circular Saw Operator / Driver / Forklift Driver / Packer / General Maintenance team member for an on-site role in Walsall. You will operate circular and band saws to cut plastics, metals, and insulation materials to specification, using proper machine settings and safety procedures.

Daily duties include forklift-supported material handling, loading/unloading deliveries, packing finished components for dispatch, and basic

Qualifications

• Strong machine operation skills with industrial machinery.
• Proficiency using circular and band saws to cut various materials safely and accurately.
• Ability to use hand tools for basic maintenance and assembly support.
• Forklift operation skills for safe material handling.
• Understanding health and safety practices in a workshop.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for maintenance and housekeeping.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions.
• Reliable and punctual team player on-site.
• Experience in engineering, manufacturing, or warehousing is beneficial.
• Forklift or machine handling certifications are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Operate circular saws and band saws to cut plastics, metals, and insulation materials to specification.
• Load and unload deliveries and move stock within the facility using forklifts.
• Pack finished components for dispatch and prepare them for shipping.
• Perform general maintenance and housekeeping in the workshop.
• Follow health and safety guidelines and keep records of work completed.
• Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors to support production and assembly.

Skills

Machine operation

Saw operation

Forklift

Hand tools

Health & safety

Team player

Stock handling

Maintenance

Reading specs

Certifications advantage

Job description

Company Description

Rayburn is an ISO 9001 accredited engineering company, founded in 1959 and based in the West Midlands, specializing in machined components in plastics, metals, and insulation materials. The company provides milling, turning, pressing, and both protective and decorative surface finishing, serving a wide range of precision engineering needs. Rayburn also operates a highly geared assembly shop, enabling end-to-end manufacturing solutions for customers. Team members work with established processes and quality standards, contributing to reliable and innovative products in a dynamic engineering environment.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Walsall for a Circular Saw Operator / Driver / Forklift Driver / Packer / General Maintenance team member. The role involves operating circular saws and band saws to cut plastics, metals, and insulation materials to specification, using appropriate machine settings and safety procedures. Daily tasks include handling materials using forklifts and other equipment, loading and unloading deliveries, and moving stock within the facility. The position also includes packing and preparing finished components for dispatch, performing basic general maintenance and housekeeping in the workshop, and assisting with manual handling and use of hand tools as required. The role requires following health and safety guidelines, maintaining accurate records of work completed, and collaborating with colleagues and supervisors to support efficient production and assembly operations.

Qualifications

• Strong machine operation skills, including experience with industrial machinery and production equipment.
• Proficiency in using saws such as circular saws and band saws for cutting various materials safely and accurately.
• Ability to use hand tools for basic maintenance, material preparation, and assembly support.
• Competent forklift operation skills, with the ability to handle materials and stock safely around the site.
• Understanding of health and safety practices in a workshop or manufacturing environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to perform general maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, measurements, and job specifications.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team in an on-site setting.
• Previous experience in engineering, manufacturing, or warehousing is beneficial.
• Relevant certifications for forklift operation or machine handling are an advantage.