Manufacturing Operative

Adecco; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in the UK is seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Operative to join a production facility in Cheltenham. The role involves operating slitter machines, managing coil handling, and ensuring health and safety protocols are met. Candidates must display strong attention to detail and have preferred experience with machinery. This hourly position offers competitive pay and opportunities for career progression in a dynamic working environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Full-time opportunity

Career progression

Qualifications

• An eye for precision is crucial in this role.
• Previous experience as a machine operative is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others and assist where needed.
• Proactive in identifying issues and reporting them effectively.
• Keen to upskill and progress with the company.

Responsibilities

• Calculate reel widths and ensure correct reels and packaging.
• Load reels onto the slitters, thread the paper, set knife bars, and check setups.
• Operate dust extractor units and ensure samples are taken.
• Remove coils, mark them, and ensure accurate data recording.
• Assist in cutting centres and related tasks.
• Carry out minor maintenance and maintain good housekeeping.
• Ensure H&S checks are completed and report defects.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Experience with Machinery

Team Player

Problem‑Solving Skills

Drive to Progress

Job description

Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Operative!

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team in a leading organisation that specialises in advanced materials for filtration, separator, and energy storage applications? We are seeking a talented and dedicated Manufacturing Operative to join our production facility in Cheltenham on a temp‑to‑perm basis. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for quality, this might be the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role:

As a Manufacturing Operative, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our slitting department. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Receiving and Interpreting Orders: Calculate reel widths and ensure that the correct reels and packaging are available.
• Operating Slitter Machines: Load reels onto the slitters, thread the paper, and set the knife bars while making necessary adjustments. Check the setup and operate the slitter machine, looking out for any faults and promptly reporting issues to the Slitting IC.
• Managing Trim and Dust Extractor Units: Operate these units effectively and ensure samples are taken when needed.
• Coil Handling: Remove coils, mark them accordingly, and pass them for packaging while recording data accurately.
• Assisting with Reel Upending: Support in cutting centres and other related tasks.
• Maintenance and Housekeeping: Carry out minor maintenance tasks, maintain good housekeeping practises, and assist in other areas of the slitting department as required.
• Checking and Health and Safety: Ensure H&S checks are completed with reporting of defects, ensuring reels are produced and wrapped in accordance with correct instructions (TI, reel, width, set diameter).

What We're Looking For:

• Attention to Detail: An eye for precision is crucial in this role.
• Experience with Machinery: Previous experience as a machine operative is preferred.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with others and assist where needed.
• Problem‑Solving Skills: Proactive in identifying issues and reporting them effectively.
• Drive to Progress: Keen to upskill and progress with the company (salary is increased in a tiered system with each upskill completed).

What We Offer:

• Competitive Hourly Rate: Earn between £15 to £17 per hour, reflecting your skills and contributions.
• Full‑Time Opportunity: Enjoy a stable work schedule while being part of a supportive team.
• Career Progression: This position has the potential to transition to a permanent role, allowing you to grow with the organisation. Our client is very keen to develop and promote its staff to retain them in the business and grow their skillsets.

Working Shift Patterns:

Four on, four off 12‑hour shift pattern (2 days followed by 2 nights). You must be able to commit to this shift pattern.

How to Apply:

To seize this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Join us in making a difference and contributing to a sustainable future!

We can't wait to welcome you to our team!

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