Factory Operative

Future Prospects Group Ltd; Grantham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Grantham is seeking a Factory Operative for a full-time, permanent position. This role involves building products, operating equipment, and following health and safety guidelines. Ideal candidates will have previous manufacturing experience and the ability to work well in a team. Benefits include a day shift pattern, 32 days of holiday, sick pay after probation, and enhanced pension contributions. Join a progressive team and enjoy career growth in the engineering sector.

Benefits

32 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Sick Pay after probation

Enhanced Pension Contributions

Free on-site parking

Company Socials

Cycle to work scheme

Free tea & coffee

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a production/manufacturing worker is advantageous.
• Good understanding of production equipment and safety rules.
• Forklift licence (counterbalance) and welding experience are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Build products from drawings including assembling and welding.
• Operate production equipment and maintain a clean workstation.
• Follow safety and quality guidelines and assist the supervisor.

Skills

Production equipment usage

Communication skills

Teamwork

Forklift operation

Welding experience

Job description

Factory Operative
Grantham, Full Time (Day Shift), Permanent
From £12.71ph (Negotiable dependent upon experience)

Our Lincolnshire based Client is recruiting for a Factory Operative to join their busy operations team on a full‑time, permanent basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity for developing a career in a progressive global company.

The Role

The company is seeking a Factory Operative, based within the Operations team to support with factory tasks. This is a permanent position, based at their Grantham site, offering an excellent opportunity for career progression in a global engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build a range of products from drawings, including cutting, welding, drilling, assembly work, cable crimping and some wiring.
• Operate production equipment mainly hand tools.
• Keep the workstation clean to avoid hazards.
• Follow the company’s Health & Safety and quality guidelines.
• Collect and deliver materials as required.
• Possess a forklift licence and welding experience (desirable).
• Assist the factory supervisor.

The Candidate

The Factory Operative role is a perfect opportunity for an enthusiastic individual within a relevant discipline keen to establish and progress a career in engineering and fabrication. Attitude is key, as you will be making a major contribution to the development of this progressive company.

• Previous experience as a production / manufacturing worker would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of how to use production equipment.
• Knowledge of basic safety rules and precautionary measures (PPE provided).
• Forklift licence (counterbalance) and welding experience would be advantageous.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Day shift pattern (Monday to Friday).
• 32 days holiday including Bank Holidays.
• Sick Pay following probationary period.
• Enhanced Pension Contributions.
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay.
• 4 x Death in Service Benefit.
• Company Socials, such as Christmas Party & Summer BBQ.
• New Outdoor Recreational Area.
• Free on‑site parking in our newly refurbished car park.
• Free tea & coffee.
• Eye test vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.