Vacuum Forming Setter/Operator

Coral Products PLC; Manchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance Plan

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

BrightHR employee discounts

Job summary

Coral Products PLC invites applications for a Vacuum Forming Setter/Operator to join our manufacturing team in Manchester. You will set and operate vacuum forming machines, ensure production targets are met, and uphold health and safety standards.

The role involves handling two machines, performing rough and neat trimming, separating waste for granulation, and recording production data. This is a 48-hour week on-site with shift options; Geiss and Shelley machines on site.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Vacuum Forming Setter/Operator preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Forklift licence desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Follow manufacturing processes while meeting quality and health & safety standards
• Complete and record pre-start checks on machinery and equipment
• Report damaged or faulty equipment to the Team Leader
• Record materials, components, and machine tools used during production
• Notify the Team Leader of any scrap, rejects, or breakages
• Accurately complete production record sheets
• Report any production issues or delays promptly
• Liaise with other departments and support team members as required
• Maintain good housekeeping standards at all times

Skills

Vacuum Forming Setter/Operator

Fast-paced production environment

Forklift licence desirable

Tools

Geiss and Shelley machines

Job description

Vacuum Forming Setter/Operator

12 January 2026

Reporting to: Vacuum Forming Team Leader

The Role

You will be responsible for setting and operating vacuum forming machines, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are consistently met.

Machines on site: Geiss and Shelley

The Successful Candidate Will Be Expected To

• Operate a minimum of two machines and cover others when required
• Carry out rough and neat trimming
• Separate waste ready for granulation

Key Responsibilities

• Follow manufacturing processes while meeting quality and health & safety standards
• Complete and record pre-start checks on machinery and equipment
• Report damaged or faulty equipment to the Vacuum Forming Team Leader
• Record materials, components, and machine tools used during production
• Notify the Team Leader of any scrap, rejects, or breakages
• Accurately complete production record sheets
• Report any production issues or delays promptly
• Liaise with other departments and support team members as required
• Maintain good housekeeping standards at all times

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Vacuum Forming Setter/Operator preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Forklift licence desirable but not essential

Salary

• Minimum wage up to £13.22 per hour, depending on experience

Working Hours

• 48 hours per week (paid breaks)
• Shift options available:
• Monday to Thursday: 06:00 – 18:00
• Monday to Thursday: 06:00 – 16:00, Friday: 06:00 – 14:00

Benefits

• Life Assurance Plan
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• BrightHR employee discounts