Junior Production Operator

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Junior Production Operator to join their team in Central Manchester. This full-time role involves hands-on manufacturing of sustainable products made from British sheep wool, alongside business administration tasks. The position offers comprehensive training and a collaborative work environment, emphasizing sustainability and personal development. With flexible working hours and access to state-of-the-art facilities, this is a fantastic opportunity for technically minded individuals looking to make a positive impact in a forward-thinking company.

Qualifications

• Formal STEM qualifications to Level-3 standard required.
• Experience in an industrial or applied technical environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Focus on manufacturing rigid wool panels using a wet chemical process.
• Support business administration and coordinate with clients.

Skills

Numeracy Skills

Written Communication

IT Skills

Technical Mindset

Education

Level-3 STEM Qualifications

Job description

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Wull Technologies is developing new products from British sheep wool. We are looking for a Junior Production Operator to support primarily the manufacturing, and also with business administration as we go to market.

The position is based in the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre, in Central Manchester. This can be a full-time role, requiring 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, paid at £25,000 p.a. There is also a possibility for a part-time position (exclusively on manufacturing). Please specify your preference in your application.

Responsibilities

This role will primarily focus on the manufacturing of rigid wool panels on an industrial pilot-line. This involves a wet chemical process, including material handling, process chemistry, and operating industrial machinery.

A secondary function involves business administration, including coordinating with clients and supporting the wider team with operational and sales tasks.

Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided.

Requirements

We are seeking candidates who are technically minded and enthusiastic. Applicants should have formal STEM qualifications to Level-3 standard (e.g., T-level, A-level, IB) and the right to work in the UK.

• Previous experience in an industrial or applied technical environment is preferred.
• Good numeracy, written, and IT skills.
• Level-3 qualifications in STEM subjects.
• Right to work in the UK.

We prioritize sustainability in our work and believe that happiness and rest are essential for doing our best. We work collaboratively and aim to develop our capabilities as individuals, as a team, and as a company.

• Condensed working hours: 8-5 PM Monday to Thursday, with a half-day on Friday.
• Manchester city centre location with access to state-of-the-art lab and pilot-scale facilities at the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre.