Operator

Etex; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Etex is seeking an Operator in Leeds for a hands-on manufacturing role at our facility. You will be responsible for assembling steel frames and conducting quality checks while working closely with your team. Training will be provided, with clear opportunities for progression from Level 1 to Level 2 roles.

This position operates on a rotating shift pattern and emphasizes teamwork and safety. Join us in making a meaningful impact in sustainable construction!

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly assembly or fabrication.
• Basic understanding of technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble steel frames using hand and power tools.
• Perform quality checks on products and report defects.
• Operate pallet trucks and forklifts for material handling.

Skills

Assembly skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Hand tool experience

English communication

Forklift operation

Job description

Location: Leeds, GB

We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it’s our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as a Operator in Leeds!

This is a hands-on manufacturing role based at our Leeds facility, where you’ll work across the production floor assembling steel frames, carrying out quality checks, and supporting the movement of product through to logistics. All training is provided, and there is a clear progression route within the business - from Level 1 to Level 2, typically within around six months, through to roles in quality, logistics, and line supervision. The role works on a rotating shift pattern and is fully on-site. Standard working pattern is Monday-Friday between 6am-2pm and 10am-6pm. On Fridays, the later shift runs 8am-4pm.

Please note that from July to October 2026, an adjusted shift pattern is in place due to a production uplift which is Monday to Thursday 6am-4pm and Friday 6am-2pm.

What You’ll Do

• Use hand and power tools to assemble steel frames and components.
• Read and work from technical drawings to manufacture steel to exact dimensions.
• Carry out quality checks on all products and report any defects or damage to your Team Leader.
• Operate pallet trucks and forklifts to move materials safely within the production and logistics areas.
• Pack and band materials, complete all required documentation, and carry out daily pre-use checks.
• Support general housekeeping and stock checks to keep the production floor running smoothly.
• Provide on-the-job guidance and support to new starters when required.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience working in a manufacturing facility, specifically in assembly or fabrication with similar materials.
• A basic understanding of technical drawings and the ability to work from them.
• Hands-on experience using hand tools.
• A good level of English, both written and spoken.
• Desirable: experience across a variety of assembly environments, or transferable skills from woodworking or similar trades.

Why join us?

• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our Road to Sustainability 2030 is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).

Etex is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or selection process, please let us know and we will be happy to discuss how we can support you.