Trainee Slitter Operative

Aqumen Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Trainee Slitting Operator in Leeds. No specific experience is needed as full training will be provided to help you run slitting machines. Ideal for motivated individuals eager to start a career in manufacturing. The role involves maintaining production schedules, handling machine operations, and working in a team environment. The job offers a stable position with career growth potential and a supportive modern setting.

Benefits

Full training from day one

Career growth potential

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• No previous experience required, just a great work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts (days and nights).
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn to run and maintain slitting machines to produce quality work.
• Organise and prioritise tasks to keep production on schedule.
• Complete job paperwork accurately and follow quality checks.
• Maintain a tidy, hazard-free work area.
• Achieve production targets as part of a team.

Skills

Work ethic

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Basic numeracy skills

Job description

Trainee Slitting Operator
Location:Leeds LS9
Pay:£13.27 per hour
Shifts:12-hour shifts, rotating days & nights (Mon–Fri)

Ready to start a career in manufacturing? We’re recruiting for a growing print production business looking for ahands-on, reliable, and eager-to-learn Trainee Slitting Operator.You’ll receivefull trainingto operate specialist machinery and produce high-quality products for big-name customers.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Learn to run and maintain slitting machines to produce quality work every time
• Keep production on schedule by organising and prioritising tasks
• Complete job paperwork accurately and follow quality checks
• Maintain a tidy, hazard-free work area
• Work as part of a team to hit production targets and deadlines

What You’ll Need

• No previous experience – just a great work ethic and willingness to learn
• Previous Manufacturing/Machine Operating experience preferred but not essential
• Comfortable working 12-hour shifts (days & nights)
• Good attention to detail and basic numeracy skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle physical tasks (lifting & bending)

Why Apply?

• Full trainingfrom day one – no specific experience needed
• Stable job with career growth potential
• Work with a supportive team in a modern production environment

If you’re motivated, reliable, and want to learn a valuable trade,apply today and take the first step into manufacturing.

Aqumen Recruitment is operating as a recruitment business in relation to this vacancy.