Manufacturing Operative

Workforce Staffing; Redditch; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Workforce Staffing is seeking a Hydrotester for a full-time, permanent role in Redditch. Ideal candidates have experience in mechanical testing, hydraulics, or manufacturing environments and are prepared for day shifts.

Key tasks include testing components, operating equipment safely, recording results, and ensuring quality standards. Immediate or short-notice availability is preferred for a stable, long-term career.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical testing, hydraulics, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work in a hands-on engineering setting.
• Mechanical or testing experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing on components and equipment.
• Operate and monitor testing equipment safely and precisely.
• Record and report test results promptly and accurately.
• Maintain quality control and adhere to safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Hydraulics

Manufacturing environment

Job description

HYDROTESTER

Location: Redditch
Shift: Day Shift. 7:30 - 4:14pm/ early finish Friday.
Pay: £14.42 per hour with holiday included
Contract: Full-time, permanent

We are partnering with a well-established global manufacturing company based in Redditch to recruit a Hydrotester for a full-time, permanent position. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in mechanical testing, hydraulics, or manufacturing environments. Immediate or short-notice availability is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct testing on components and equipment
• Operate and monitor testing equipment safely and precisely
• Ensure all products comply with required quality and pressure standards
• Interpret technical drawings and test specifications accurately
• Record and report test results thoroughly and promptly
• Maintain stringent quality control throughout all processes
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures at all times

Additional Duties

• Support general workshop and production activities
• Handle, load, and move materials safely
• Prepare equipment for testing
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Operate an overhead crane (experience preferred but not essential; full training provided)

Person Specification

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Comfortable working in a hands-on engineering environment
• Willing to work in all workshop conditions
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Mechanical or testing experience advantageous but not essential
• Experience using an overhead crane desirable but not essential
• Team player with a positive and proactive attitude
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual tasks

Working Hours

Night shifts (full details will be provided at interview)

Ideal Candidates May Include:

• Hydrotesters
• Mechanical or Production Operatives
• Factory Workers
• Workshop Assistants
• General Operatives
• Anyone practical, dependable and seeking stable, long-term employment

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