Workshop Labourer

Cottrell Moore Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

8 bank holidays

Company pension 5% matched

Annual salary review with bonus

Cycle to work scheme

Overtime available

Full training provided

PPE provided

Job summary

Cottrell Moore Ltd in Ipswich is seeking a practical Manufacturing Workshop Labourer to support day-to-day operations in a busy workshop.

You will handle materials, assist with cutting, drilling, finishing, packing and housekeeping, and contribute to safe, efficient production while learning new skills and progressing toward a Machine Operative role. Full training provided and there are opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Practical, hands-on approach to regular manual tasks.
• Reliable, punctual and able to complete assigned work.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to learn new workshop and production skills.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team while maintaining safety.
• Experience in workshop, warehouse, manufacturing or labouring is preferred; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Move, prepare and organise materials and finished goods around the workshop.
• Support cutting, drilling, trimming, and assembly operations.
• Assist machine operatives with production tasks and changeovers.
• Inspect work to ensure quality and that it meets specifications.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and general housekeeping.
• Provide flexible support during busy periods and cover despatch when required.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages or issues promptly.

Skills

Hands-on

Reliability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Following instructions

Job description

Manufacturing Workshop Labourer

Salary: £14 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm Friday: 7:30am - 2:00pm

About the Role:

We are looking for a practical, reliable Manufacturing Workshop Labourer to support day-to-day operations within this Ipswich-based manufacturing workshop.

This is a varied, hands‑on role involving material handling, basic workshop operations, assembly support, packing, housekeeping and general assistance to machine operatives. As a Workshop Labourer you will help to keep work moving safely and efficiently while ensuring finished products are handled accurately and to a high standard.

The role would suit someone who enjoys practical work, is willing to learn and can work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a busy workshop environment.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday
• Early finish at 2pm on a Friday so weekends start early!
• Company pension with 5% employer matched contribution
• Annual salary review with potential performance and Christmas bonus
• Cycle to work scheme after probationary period
• Overtime hours available
• Full training will be provided. Plus the opportunity to develop manufacturing skills and progress towards a Machine Operative position.
• PPE provided including boots and overalls

Requirements:

• Practical, hands‑on approach with the ability to carry out regular manual tasks safely
• Reliable, punctual and willing to take responsibility for completing allocated work
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn new workshop and production skills
• Able to follow instructions and work at pace without compromising safety
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability of working in a workshop, warehouse, manufacturing or labouring experience is essential, although training is provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Move, prepare and organise materials, components and finished goods around the workshop
• Support cutting, drilling, trimming, de-swarfing, finishing and assembly operations
• Assist machine and extrusion operatives with production tasks, changeovers and machine clean downs
• Inspect work for obvious defects and follow company quality procedures to ensure products meet specification
• Separate and process scrap or out-of-spec materials for recycling and reprocessing
• Maintain clean, tidy and safe work areas, including general factory housekeeping
• Build bespoke pallets for customer orders
• Monitor consumables and stock levels, minimise waste and report shortages or issues promptly
• Follow all health and safety instructions, use PPE correctly and report hazards
• Provide flexible support across assembly, production and despatch during busy periods when required