Manufacturing Operative

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials UK Ltd.; Todmorden; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution matched

Life assurance 4x salary

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Free car parking

Safety focused workplace

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials UK Ltd. is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Operative for our Todmorden site. You will operate specialist plastics equipment to produce machined components within tight tolerances and work with planning to ensure specifications are met.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy and teamwork, with full training provided. Join a close-knit team of professionals dedicated to quality and continuous improvement in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a proactive team player with a strong work ethic.
• Safety, precision and quality are valued.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of specialist plastics equipment to produce machined components within precise drawing tolerances.
• Liaise with the planner to ensure machined components consistently meet drawing specifications and tolerances, always maintaining high quality standards.
• Support secondary operations, ensuring all dispatches are packed to maintain our high-quality standards.
• Assist with planning and production of customer parts.
• Support warehouse duties, including handling materials, preparing shipments, and maintaining stock accuracy.
• Carry out set tasks in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.

Skills

Proactive team player

Safety orientation

Attention to quality

Job description

Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials UK Ltd. Job Description: Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials, a group company of Mitsubishi Chemical Group is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance thermoplastic materials. With locations in 20 countries and more than 2800 employees, our specialty engineering thermoplastics and composites are superior in performance to metals and other materials and are used in a wide range of applications, primarily in the capital goods industry. We are continuously developing new areas of applications in close cooperation with industry leaders in a broad variety of customer markets. Todmorden Site At our Todmorden site, we specialise in engineering high-quality plastic parts and shapes for a wide range of industries - from everyday essentials like high chairs and swimming pool grates to advanced components for the aerospace sector. We’re a close-knit team of over 30 dedicated professionals who take pride in our friendly, supportive work environment. Health, well-being, and safety are at the heart of everything we do - and we’re proud to say we’ve maintained a spotless safety record for over 15 years. If you're looking to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and care, Todmorden could be the perfect fit for you.

Role Summary

We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Manufacturing Operative to join our team.

• Operate a range of specialist plastics equipment to produce machined components within precise drawing tolerances.
• Liaise with the planner to ensure machined components consistently meet drawing specifications and tolerances, always maintaining high quality standards.
• Support secondary operations, ensuring all dispatches are packed to maintain our high-quality standards.
• Assist with planning and production of customer parts.
• Support warehouse duties, including handling materials, preparing shipments, and maintaining stock accuracy.
• Carry out set tasks in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.

What We’re Looking For

• A proactive team player with a strong work ethic.
• Someone who values safety, precision, and quality.
• Experience in plastics or manufacturing is a plus, but full training will be provided.

Benefits

• A competitive remuneration package.
• Pension contribution matched plus increased % contribution from the company (the percentage increase from the company depends on the employee contribution).
• Life assurance (4x salary).
• Health Cash Plan (claim money back on everyday health needs such as dentist, opticians, chiropractors etc.).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free car parking.
• A friendly, safe place to work with a focus on safety.

What Could You Expect?

Our corporate culture is based on the values of integrity, respect, bravery, collaboration, and persistence, we call it "Our Way". With our approach, together we can shape a more sustainable, progressive and brighter version of the world. We believe in the power of people with diverse values, viewpoints, and expertise. Our aim is the wellbeing of people and the planet – a concept we call KAITEKI. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment.

At the MCC Group, our Purpose is to lead with innovative solutions to achieve KAITEKI, the well‑being of people and the planet. Based on integrity and respect for others, we continuously engage in diverse co‑creation and bold challenges, building trust with stakeholders while addressing social issues.