Loading Team Member

Tata Steel UK Limited; Shotton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market competitive salary

35 days holidays per annum

Annual pay review

Quarterly bonus scheme

Private healthcare scheme

Pension scheme (defined contribution)

Job summary

Tata Steel UK Limited is seeking a Loading Team Member at Shotton to operate processing machinery and manage stock safely and efficiently, meeting customer requirements and production targets. You will help support continuous improvement and maintain equipment reliability in a collaborative team environment.

The role emphasizes safety, quality and environmental standards, with training provided and opportunities for progression within the business.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Customer-focused approach with a commitment to quality.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing machinery and material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Select, process, label, store, and handle materials accurately.
• Carry out routine maintenance activities to support machine reliability.
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities.
• Follow production control procedures to achieve team performance objectives.
• Maintain accurate stock records and ensure effective stock organisation.
• Work in line with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Health & Safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Adaptability

Working under pressure

Education

Basic numeracy & literacy

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Job description

Loading Team Member

Department: Supply Chain

Location: Shotton

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Band: G

Closing Date: Wednesday 18th November 2026

Interviews to be conducted on w/c 30th November 2026

We believe that our strength is not just in our steel but the diversity of our workforce. Our people make the difference.

What you will do:

As a Loading team member, you will be responsible for operating processing machinery and material handling equipment safely and efficiently to meet customer requirements, quality standards, and production targets. The role involves supporting continuous improvement activities, maintaining equipment performance, handling and managing stock, and contributing to a safe and productive team environment. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure high standards of health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance while delivering excellent operational performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate processing machinery and material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Select, process, label, store, and handle materials accurately in line with operational requirements.
• Carry out routine maintenance activities to support machine reliability and productivity.
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities and problem-solving initiatives.
• Follow production control procedures to achieve team and site performance objectives.
• Maintain accurate stock records and ensure effective stock organisation.
• Work in line with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards at all times.
• Support knowledge sharing and assist in the development of team members where required.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and collaborate to achieve operational goals.
• Participate in personal development activities to enhance skills and performance.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Customer-focused approach with a commitment to quality.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What you will need:

Essential Requirements:

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence with practical operating experience.
• Good standard of education, including strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Basic IT skills and the ability to use computer-based systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving abilities.
• Good spatial awareness and the ability to work accurately with materials and equipment.
• Ability to work safely under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Flexible approach with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and commitment to high standards of performance.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to continuous improvement activities.

Desirable Requirements:

• Previous experience within a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial environment.
• Experience operating production machinery and material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of health, safety, quality, and environmental standards within an industrial setting.
• Experience with continuous improvement or problem-solving techniques in a manufacturing environment.

Full training will be provided to support your development in the role, with clear opportunities for career progression and advancement within the business for individuals who demonstrate strong performance and commitment.

Ready to make a difference?

What we can offer you

Tata Steel UK offers their employees significant benefits packages. For this role, you will benefit from:

• A market competitive salary
• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Quarterly Bonus Scheme - subject to business performance
• Private Healthcare Scheme (Individual cover)
• One of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

We also have an extensive list of lifestyle benefits including free onsite parking at all of our sites, an employee assistance programme as well as Employee discount scheme for companies including Vodafone, Jaguar Land Rover and also various local services.

Why us?

Tata Steel is one of the world’s top 10 steel producers. The combined group has an annual aggregate crude steel capacity of more than 33 million tonnes with approximately 80,000 employees across four continents. We’re part of the Tata Group, one of the largest, most diverse conglomerates in the world with businesses in the UK including Tata Steel, Jaguar Land Rover and Tetley Tea.

Sustainabilityis at the very heart of what we do and we are dedicated to managing our operations responsibly and to continuouslyimprovingour performance. Innovating for tomorrow, making a positive impact today.

Tata Steel in the UK is committed to our ambition of reducing energy consumption and to becoming a carbon neutral steelmaker by 2045,