Trainee Metal Worker

Optima UK INC Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Career development

Supportive team

Stable employment

High-end furniture projects

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Optima UK INC Ltd is seeking a motivated Trainee Metal Operative to join its specialist manufacturing team in Leicester. You will learn to manufacture and finish high-quality metal components as part of bespoke furniture and interiors projects.

No prior experience is required; full training will be provided. The role offers on-site training, stable full-time hours, and the opportunity to develop practical metalworking skills within a supportive, skilled team.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; full training provided.
• Interest in manufacturing or practical work.
• Practical and hands-on approach; good attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn new technical skills; reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with manufacturing, machining and finishing processes.
• Prepare materials accurately for production.
• Measure and mark materials using drawings and specifications.
• Learn to safely operate machinery, tools and equipment.
• Follow technical drawings, measurements and instructions.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure work meets required standards.
• Assist with preparing machinery, tools and materials.
• Maintain tools, machinery and the work area in a clean and safe condition.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures.
• Work as part of a skilled manufacturing team to meet production requirements.

Skills

Hands-on

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Machinery

Job description

Job Role: Trainee Metal Operative
Location: Leicester
Pay Rate: National Minimum Wage
Hours: 7am-4pm Monday to Thursday, 7am-1pm Friday
Employment: Full-time

Benefits

• Full training provided
• Opportunity to develop specialist, high-value manufacturing skills
• Long-term career development opportunities
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Stable, full-time employment
• Opportunity to work on high-end bespoke furniture and interiors

About the Company

A long-established and highly respected manufacturer specialising in high-end bespoke interiors, joinery, furniture and fit-out projects. With over a century of experience, the company combines traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques to produce high-quality products for luxury commercial and residential environments.

The company is looking for motivated and hands-on individuals to join its team as Trainee Metal Operative.

Successful candidates will receive full training and will have the opportunity to develop specialist skills in Metal Work depending on their interests and suitability.

About the Role

As a Trainee Metal Operative, you will work alongside experienced craftsmen and learn the practical skills required to manufacture and finish high-quality bespoke furniture, interiors and joinery.

Training may include:

• Metal Work - learning to measure, cut, shape, drill, fabricate and finish metal components using hand tools, power tools and specialist machinery.

You will receive structured on-the-job training while developing your practical, technical and manufacturing skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with manufacturing, machining and finishing processes.
• Prepare materials accurately for production.
• Measure and mark materials using drawings and specifications.
• Learn to safely operate machinery, tools and equipment.
• Follow technical drawings, measurements and instructions.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure work meets required standards.
• Assist with preparing machinery, tools and materials.
• Maintain tools, machinery and the work area in a clean and safe condition.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures.
• Work as part of a skilled manufacturing team to meet production requirements.

About You

• Interested in manufacturing, woodworking, painting, craftsmanship or practical work.
• Practical and hands-on approach.
• Good attention to detail and ability to work accurately.
• Comfortable working with measurements and dimensions.
• Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Able to follow instructions and work safely.
• Reliable, punctual and motivated.
• Works well as part of a team.

No previous experience is required - full training will be provided.

Previous experience using hand tools, power tools, machinery or working in a practical manufacturing environment would be advantageous but is not essential.