Plastic Liner / Production Operative

Bamford Contract Services Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a detailed-oriented Plastic Liner / Production Operative for a workshop-based role in Salford. The ideal candidate will perform precision tasks such as plastic welding and should have experience with hand and power tools. This position offers full training, the chance of a permanent contract, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Potential for permanent contract

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to learn specialist techniques

Qualifications

• Experience in detailed or precision-based manual work is preferred.
• Background in joinery, carpentry, or engineering is suitable.

Responsibilities

• Plastic welding and routing joints using hand-held power tools.
• Finishing surfaces to a high cosmetic standard.
• Following health and safety procedures.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Confidence with hand and power tools

Tools

Leister gun

Hand-held power tools

Job description

Job Title: Plastic Liner / Production Operative
Location: Salford
Pay Rate: GBP15.40 per hour plus overtime
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 7:00am 3:30pm Friday: 7:00am 12:30pm
Contract: Temporary to Permanent Opportunity

About the Plastic Liner / Production Operative Role

We are looking to recruit a skilled operative to join a specialist production team in Salford. The successful candidates will be involved in the manufacture of protective plastic liners used in precision equipment. This is a practical, workshop-based role that requires excellent attention to detail and a high-quality finish.

You will be working as part of an experienced and supportive team on a temporary basis with a high chance of a permanent placement at the end.

Plastic Liner / Production Operative Key Responsibilities

• Plastic welding using a Leister gun and welding rod
• Smoothing and routing joints using hand-held power tools
• Finishing surfaces to a high cosmetic standard with cabinet scrapers
• Gluing and assembly work
• Fixing bolts using torque settings
• Following health and safety procedures and quality standards

Ideal Candidate

This role would suit someone with experience in detailed or precision-based manual work. Suitable backgrounds may include:

• Joiners or Carpenters
• Car Body Repair Specialists
• Engineers or Mechanical Fitters
• Assembly Operatives or Fabricators

We are looking for Plastic Liner / Production Operatives who:

• Are confident using a range of hand and power tools
• Have excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Are committed, reliable, and eager to learn
• Take pride in producing high-quality work

Full training will be provided. A positive attitude and strong work ethic are more important than direct experience.

Benefits

• Long-term temporary role with the potential for a permanent contract
• Supportive and skilled team environment
• Opportunity to learn specialist techniques
• Well-established company with consistent workflow

If you are practical, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to a high-performing team, we d like to hear from you.

Please apply online for this Plastic Liner / Production Operative role

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