Sawmill Operative

Totally Recruitment Group Ltd; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Totally Recruitment Group Ltd is recruiting a Sawmill Operative to join a long‑standing manufacturing business in Droitwich. The role involves preparing and processing steel and aluminium to specifications within a busy production setting.

Full training will be provided on machinery for the right candidate, with emphasis on health and safety and teamwork to hit daily production targets. A hands‑on, reliable worker will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Must be hardworking and reliable.
• Willing to learn to operate machinery.
• Physically fit for manual handling.
• Aware of health and safety in a manufacturing environment.
• Forklift/side-loader licence is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate sawmill machinery (saws, guillotines, press brakes).
• Measure and cut steel to spec.
• Sort, stack and organise steel and aluminium.
• Assist with loading/unloading material deliveries.
• Carry out general yard duties as required.
• Follow health and safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working area.
• Work with colleagues to meet daily production targets.

Skills

Practical

Hands‑on

Safety‑conscious

Detail‑oriented

Team player

Job description

Totally Recruitment Group Ltd is currently recruiting for a Sawmill Operative to join an established manufacturing business based in Droitwich.

Our client has over 50 years of experience manufacturing vehicle recovery systems and has built a strong reputation for producing high-quality products.

Are you practical, hardworking and safety-conscious? Do you enjoy hands-on work and take pride in doing a job well? If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your skills within a busy production environment, this could be the perfect role for you!

Full training on machinery will be provided for the right candidate, so a willingness to learn is essential.

The Role

As a Sawmill Operative, you will play an important part in the production process, preparing and processing steel and aluminium materials to the required specifications. You will help ensure materials are handled safely, production targets are achieved, and the working environment remains clean and organised.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating sawmill machinery, including saws, guillotines and press brakes.
• Measuring and cutting steel accurately to the required specifications.
• Sorting, stacking and organising steel and aluminium in line with company standards.
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of material deliveries.
• Carrying out general yard duties as required.
• Following all health and safety procedures and wearing the appropriate PPE.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised working area.
• Working effectively with colleagues to meet daily production targets.

What We're Looking For

• Hardworking, reliable and keen to learn.
• Comfortable carrying out practical, hands‑on work.
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling duties.
• Aware of the importance of health and safety in a manufacturing environment.
• Detail‑oriented, with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to learn how to operate different types of machinery.

Desirable but not essential

• A valid forklift truck licence.
• A valid side loader licence.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, yard or production environment.

What's in It for You?

• The opportunity to join a well‑established manufacturing business.
• Full training on machinery for the right candidate.
• A hands‑on role where you can develop new skills.
• The chance to become part of an experienced production team.