Plate Rolling Operator: Plating & Finishing

Wolviston Management Services Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolviston Management Services Ltd seeks a Press and Rolling Operative to join a growing team in Middlesbrough. You will operate plate rolling equipment, support plating and finishing, and learn through hands-on training. A mechanical mindset and willingness to learn are valued as you progress.

The role offers training in rolling and finishing processes, overtime opportunities, and a supportive family-run culture. Temporary to permanent progression is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in plating / finishing operations is essential.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read technical drawings are required.
• Good hand-eye coordination and physical fitness for lifting heavy plates.
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a production team.

Responsibilities

• Operate plate rolling / section rolling machinery safely and efficiently.
• Set up, adjust and monitor rolling equipment to required specifications.
• Work with plating / finishing team: apply surface treatments (galvanising, powder coating or equivalent).
• Assist in preparation of plates prior to finishing (cleaning, masking, inspection).
• Carry out quality checks to ensure tolerances, dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
• Coordinate with fabrication, cutting, and finishing teams to meet production schedules.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and minor adjustment of machinery.
• Adhere to health & safety procedures, including safe handling of heavy steel plates.
• Maintain accurate production records (timesheets, batch logs).
• Help to coach / mentor newer operatives once trained.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Wolviston Management Services Ltd seeks a Press and Rolling Operative to join a growing team in Middlesbrough. You will operate plate rolling equipment, support plating and finishing, and learn through hands-on training. A mechanical mindset and willingness to learn are valued as you progress.

The role offers training in rolling and finishing processes, overtime opportunities, and a supportive family-run culture. Temporary to permanent progression is available for the right candidate.