IGU Manufacturer – Insulated Glass Units

Location: Nottingham
Pay: £26,520 per year, increasing to £27,040 after probation, with further increases available through bonuses and skills training. Rates are negotiable depending on experience and ability.
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Shifts: 06:00–14:00 / 08:30–16:00 / 11:30–20:00
Overtime: Available during the week
Job Type: Permanent

Looking for a hands-on role where you can learn new skills and increase your pay?

We're recruiting IGU Manufacturers to join an established glass manufacturing business in Nottingham, producing insulated glass units for a variety of customers and projects.

This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, down-to-earth team where you'll receive on-the-job training, learn different manufacturing processes and have the opportunity to increase your earnings as you develop.

The more you learn, the more you earn! With a skills-based pay structure, every new skill you unlock can increase your hourly rate.

What's on Offer?

• £26,520 per year, increasing to £27,040 after probation

• Further pay increases depending on skills, experience and performance

• Skills-based pay increases as you become competent in additional areas

• Additional pay increases of around 50p–£1 per hour for approved training, such as FLT or overhead crane operation

• Weekly performance bonus based on production and quality

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

• Choice of shift patterns

• Overtime available during the week

• Pension scheme

• Full on-the-job training and support

• Opportunities to cross-train across different departments

• Further benefits available to discuss

The Role – What Will You Be Doing?

You'll be working as part of the production team, helping to manufacture insulated glass units (IGUs), commonly used in double-glazed windows and doors.

Your duties will include:

• Assembling insulated glass units using glass panes, spacer bars and sealing materials.

• Preparing glass and components ready for the manufacturing process.

• Operating glass processing and assembly machinery.

• Applying sealants to ensure units are properly sealed and meet quality requirements.

• Checking finished units for defects, ensuring they meet the required standards.

• Handling and moving glass safely throughout production.

• Following job specifications and production instructions accurately.

• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment.

• Working towards production targets while maintaining quality.

• Learning additional processes and supporting other departments when required.

Full training will be provided, with experienced team members supporting you as you learn the processes and develop your skills.

What Are We Looking For?

Ideally, you'll have experience in glass manufacturing, IGU production, window manufacturing, glazing or a similar hands-on environment.

However, previous IGU manufacturing experience isn't essential if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Practical, hands-on and comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

• Reliable, hardworking and keen to develop new skills.

• Able to follow instructions and work accurately.

• Quality-focused, with good attention to detail.

• Safety-conscious when handling glass and operating machinery.

• Happy to learn different processes and support the wider team.

• Interested in progressing and increasing their earning potential.

Ready for Your Next Opportunity?

This is more than just a manufacturing role. You'll have the opportunity to learn different skills, work across departments and increase your hourly rate as you develop.

The business offers a friendly working environment, varied projects and a team that encourages people to learn, progress and take on additional responsibilities.

If you're practical, motivated and looking for a long-term opportunity where your skills and development are rewarded, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today to find out more.

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