Production Operative Folding

Lincat; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Full-time Production Operative for evening shifts from Monday to Thursday. This role involves following engineering drawings, using various tools, and a commitment to quality and efficiency. Candidates should have reasonable English, excellent manual dexterity, and teamwork skills. Experience with CNC machines and welding is preferred.

Qualifications

• Reasonable English and Numeracy skills.
• Excellent manual dexterity and ability to use tools.
• Communication and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Follow engineering drawings and instructions accurately.
• Achieve skilled performance and propose improvements.
• Work flexibly across various production areas.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Time management

Tools

CNC machine

Press brake

Forklift

TIG welder

Job description

Lincat - Production Operative About Us

Lincat is a thriving manufacturing business and one of the world’s leading names in commercial catering equipment. With over 50 years of experience, we are known for delivering world‑class innovation, outstanding product quality and exceptional customer satisfaction. Every year, we manufacture over 50,000 products and export to more than 80 countries. We have great products, great people, and great customers.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Operative to join our team at Lincat!

Working as a Production Operative, you will have the opportunity to develop both new and existing skills through the manufacture of a variety of products to support the production of high‑quality catering equipment.

This is a full‑time position, working on the Weekday Night Shift, Monday to Thursday, from 18 : 00pm to 3 : 50am.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Accurately follow engineering drawings, instructions and wiring diagrams.
• Use a variety of tools, machinery and equipment.
• Achieve a skilled level of performance and demonstrate commitment, motivation, and a willingness to be trained in all areas of production.
• Build complete products once fully trained.
• Propose ideas and work with management to make quality and efficiency improvements.
• Production Operatives may be required to work in any of the production areas such as laser, punch press, press brake operation, welding, assembly and stores.
• Work flexibly, providing cover and carrying out any other duties which may be requested.
• Work as part of a team and maintain good working relationships with team members and various internal departments.
• Support the Team Coordinator to ensure that the team meet the required targets and quality standards.

Desirable Experience

• Assembly, repair or maintenance of mechanical and electronic parts
• Press Brake Operation
• Folding
• CNC machine operation
• Forklift truck licence (Required for the Cutting / Processing role).
• TIG Welding

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Reasonable English and Numeracy skills.
• Excellent manual dexterity and the ability to use a variety of tools and equipment.
• Able to sustain the required working pace.
• Hardworking, loyal and flexible attitude.
• Organisational and time management skills and the ability to assess and manage priorities.
• Communication and interpersonal skills, working effectively within a team.
• Understanding of production processes.
• Understanding of Health and Safety and security procedures.