Finishing Operator - 2-Shift, High-Volume Manufacturing

Westray Recruitment Group; North East; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Package

Pension (government guidelines)

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Westray Recruitment Group is recruiting a finishing operator for a permanent role in the Durham area. The successful candidate will join a high-volume manufacturing operation transitioning to world-class standards, with strong emphasis on team values and reliability.

A long weekend shift pattern supports work-life balance. The role requires practical experience on finishing and cutting processes, with opportunities to grow through training and process improvements.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in a similar role.
• FLT certificate of competence is desirable; full training provided.
• Experience in a high-volume fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Promotes a one-team ethic; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-start checks per instructions.
• Set size according to cutting instructions.
• Set machine speed for the product being cut.
• Adjust guides and tension for cutter bar.
• Ensure correct quantity of inbound/outbound packs and record in software.
• Load and unload product from machines.
• Coordinate with loader to maintain minimum pack gaps.
• Complete downtime paperwork accurately.
• Handle FLT loading/unloading as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

High-volume manufacturing

Tools

FLT Certificate

Job description

Westray Recruitment Group is recruiting a finishing operator for a permanent role in the Durham area. The successful candidate will join a high-volume manufacturing operation transitioning to world-class standards, with strong emphasis on team values and reliability.

A long weekend shift pattern supports work-life balance. The role requires practical experience on finishing and cutting processes, with opportunities to grow through training and process improvements.