Production Operative

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Worsley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

HRGO is seeking a Production Operative in Worsley to join a hands-on workshop environment. The role involves refurbishing and inspecting mechanical seals, managing stock and supporting daily workshop operations.

You will work with lapping machines, lathes and milling machines, with training provided where needed. Applicants should have prior workshop experience, be proficient with hand tools, and demonstrate strong organisation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a workshop/engineering/manufacturing or mechanical environment.
• Experience using hand tools and workshop equipment.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a small team.
• Desirable: experience refurbishing mechanical seals.

Responsibilities

• Refurbish and repair mechanical seals using workshop machinery and hand tools.
• Carry out quality inspections on incoming and outgoing products.
• Operate workshop equipment, including lapping machines, lathes, and milling machines (training provided).
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop; support additional activities.

Skills

Workshop experience

Engineering

Manufacturing

Mechanical environment

Hand tools

Organisational skills

Independence

Teamwork

Mechanical seals refurbishment

Tools

Lapping machines

Lathes

Milling machines

Workshop machinery

Job description

Job Title: Production Operative Salary: £12.71p/h Location: Worsley HRGO are currently recruiting for a reliable and hands-on Production Operative with experience working in a workshop, engineering, manufacturing or mechanical environment.

This is a varied role combining workshop duties with customer support responsibilities.

The successful candidate will be involved in refurbishing and inspecting mechanical seals, managing stock, and supporting the day-to-day running of the workshop.

Key Responsibilities

• Refurbish and repair mechanical seals using workshop machinery and hand tools.
• Carry out quality inspections on incoming and outgoing products.
• Operate workshop equipment, including lapping machines, lathes, and milling machines (training provided where required). Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.
• Support other workshop and operational activities as required.

Requirements

• Essential: Previous experience working in a workshop, engineering, manufacturing, or mechanical environment.
• Experience using hand tools and workshop equipment.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
• Desirable: Experience in mechanical seal refurbishment or a similar engineering industry.

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