Production Operative / Relief Spiral Machine Operative - Late Shift

Lindab Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in indoor living solutions is seeking a reliable Production Operative to join their team in Manchester. This role involves operating and maintaining sheet metal machinery, ensuring product quality, and supporting team training. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment and a strong focus on health and safety. A competitive salary and generous benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Salary of £29,278.08

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Corporate workwear including PPE

Company pension contribution matched at 4%

Well-being app and mental health support

Life assurance

Annual flu jab

Online retail discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sheet metal or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to maintain accuracy during production.
• Understanding of safe handling and PPE use.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate sheet metal machinery to achieve production targets.
• Conduct pre-use checks on machinery before operation.
• Consistently produce high-quality duct fittings and inspect for defects.
• Monitor raw materials and liaise with sales to support production needs.
• Assist in training new or relief staff on production procedures.

Skills

Sheet metal and production experience

Attention to detail

Health & safety knowledge

Record-keeping skills

Job description

Job Title: Production Operative / Relief Spiral Machine Operative - Late Shift

Location: Manchester, Trafford Park

Reports to: Production & Compliance Manager

Employment type: Permanent

Hours: Monday – Thursday, 16:30 – 01:30 and Friday 13:30 – 19:30, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch. Paid 15‑minute breaks are included Monday – Thursday.

We’re looking for a reliable and proactive Production Operative to join our team. In this role, you will safely operate sheet metal machinery, including our Spiral Forming machine, to produce high‑quality duct fittings, while also supporting stock management, warehouse tasks, and general production duties. The ideal candidate is safety‑conscious, detail‑oriented, and willing to assist in training colleagues while developing their skills in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain sheet metal machinery: Safely operate sheet metal working machinery, including the Spiral Forming machine, to achieve production targets while maintaining product quality. Conduct pre‑use checks on machinery before operation, carry out regular cleaning and maintenance as per task sheets, and log all activities accurately.
• Operate forklift truck: Safely operate counterbalanced forklift trucks for material handling as required. Conduct pre‑use checks and ensure all safety procedures are followed.
• Ensure product quality: Consistently produce high‑quality duct fittings, spirally wound tubes, and other components. Inspect for defects and report any quality issues to the Shift Supervisor or Assistant Production Manager.
• Follow standard procedures: Work in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Lindab core values, including accurate and timely completion of production documentation.
• Maintain health & safety and a clean work environment: Ensure all machine guards, barriers, PPE, and safe handling procedures are used at all times. Keep the production area clean and tidy, following the Company’s policy on Neatness & Order. Handle materials such as galvanised steel coils, tubes, and oil drums safely, and follow spill procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Manage stock and materials: Monitor raw materials and finished goods, maintain adequate stock levels, and liaise with sales, the Assistant Production Manager, and other branches to support production and customer requirements.
• Support team and training: Assist in training new or relief staff on production procedures, machine operation, and safety practices.

Requirements

• Sheet metal and production experience: Proven experience in a sheet metal or manufacturing environment, ideally with spiral forming machinery.
• Attention to detail: Ability to maintain accuracy during production, stock counts, and documentation.
• Health & safety knowledge: Understanding of safe handling, PPE use, and general H&S practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Record‑keeping skills: Competent in completing production logs, maintenance records, and stock counts accurately.

Ideal Candidate

• Safety‑conscious: Always follows health and safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Reliable and flexible: Willing to take on various tasks to support production and warehouse operations.
• Technically capable: Confident in operating and maintaining sheet metal machinery, including performing minor troubleshooting and liaising with maintenance personnel.
• Team player & eager to learn: Open to ongoing training, able to assist colleagues, and enthusiastic about developing new skills within the role.

The Package

• Salary of £29,278.08
• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 days statutory bank holidays and a Christmas/ New Year’s closure
• Corporate workwear inc. PPE
• Company pension contribution matched at 4%
• Part of the Mental Health Charter: Well‑being app, Mental Health Champions, EAP programme and discounts on counselling
• Life assurance
• Annual flu jab
• Online retail discounts & savings including gym, holidays, hotels and family days out
• Long service awards

At Lindab, we’re not just offering a job, we’re inviting you to shape the future of indoor living. We’re all about creating healthier spaces and a more sustainable planet. From energy‑efficient ventilation to smart roofing solutions, you’ll work with innovative products that make a real difference. Plus, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values your growth and ideas.

Ready to make an impact?