Manufacturing Operative

Vaderama; Fraserburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaderama seeks Manufacturing Operatives in Fraserburgh, Scotland. The role involves building refrigerated trailers with a focus on producing high-quality work while adhering to safety standards. Applicants should be mechanically minded with hands-on experience, and will receive competitive salary along with training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

33 days holiday (pro rata for 4-day week)

Group contributory pension scheme

Paid training and ongoing career development

Access to health and wellbeing support services

Qualifications

• Mechanically minded individual with hands-on skills.
• Willing to undertake training and grow within the role.
• Flexible and able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality workmanship in line with standards.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• Collaborate with the team to meet production goals.

Skills

Mechanically minded

Basic understanding of Health & Safety

Flexible with working hours

Education

Formal trade qualification or apprenticeship

Tools

Forklift licence

HGV Class 1 driving licence

Job description

Vaderama Fraserburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Role: Manufacturing Operatives (Skilled & Semi-Skilled)

Location: Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland

Salary: Competitive hourly rate + overtime + bonus (Circa 30K or £20 per hour)

Contact: Bradley Williams

Job Reference: 71105

About Our Client

Our client is a market-leading manufacturing business with a strong heritage in delivering specialist, high-quality, temperature-controlled and bespoke transport solutions. With over six decades of experience, this family-owned organisation is known for its commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and investment in its people. They are currently expanding their operations in Northern Ireland and seeking motivated operatives to join their team.

Key Skills / Experience

We are looking for both Skilled and Semi-Skilled candidates with the following experience and attributes:

Semi-Skilled Requirements

Mechanically minded and confident in hands-on tasks

Ability to meet deadlines and complete work within allocated hours

Basic understanding of Health & Safety principles in the workplace

Flexible with working hours and open to learning new skills

Willingness to undertake training and grow within the role

Skilled Requirements

Formal trade qualification or apprenticeship (e.g. welder, joiner, mechanic, electrician, plumber, coachbuilder)

Proven ability to contribute to production productivity and efficiency

Desirable Skills (for All Applicants)

Forklift licence

Crane operator licence

HGV Class 1 driving licence

What You'll Be Doing

As a Manufacturing Operative, you will play a vital role in building refrigerated trailers and vehicle bodies. Your responsibilities will include:

Producing high-quality workmanship in line with company standards

Following Health & Safety procedures at all times

Maintaining a clean and organised working area

Collaborating with your team to meet production goals

Undertaking regular training to keep your skills up to date

What Youll Receive In Return

Competitive pay rates based on skill level and experience

39-hour working week (Monday to Thursday)

Overtime opportunities to increase earning potential

Discretionary bonus scheme

33 days holiday (pro rata for 4-day week)

Group contributory pension scheme

Paid training and ongoing career development

Access to health and wellbeing support services

If you're a skilled tradesperson or hands-on individual seeking to grow your career with a respected and progressive manufacturing business, this is your chance to join a team that values quality, teamwork, and long-term development. Apply today to learn more.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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